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Foundations are Using so Many Confusing Words that Few People can Figure Out What They’re Doing

Friday April 19, 2024

This article by Center for Public Interest Communications Director Ann Searight Christiano and Director of Partner Strategies Aaron Zeiler originally appeared in The Conversation on April 16, 2024. …
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Ann Searight Christiano and Aaron Zeiler Co-Author Article on How the Use of Jargon Impedes Clear Communication of a Foundation’s Mission

Wednesday April 17, 2024

University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) Center for Public Interest Communications Director Ann Searight Christiano and Aaron Zeiler, director of partner strategies, are …
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Largest Study on Narratives in Philanthropy Shows Sector’s Messaging Creates Confusion, But Better Stories Can Build Trust

Thursday April 4, 2024

The Center for Public Interest Communications and the Council on Foundations announced the release of Philanthropy’s New Voice, the largest study ever of narratives in philanthropy. The report, …
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Role of Street Art and Comedy as Tools in Activism Explored in New Issue of Journal of Public Interest Communications

Tuesday January 23, 2024

The latest issue of the open-access Journal of Public Interest Communications, which blends academic research with practical insights, underscores the importance of amplifying underrepresented voices …
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Ann Searight Christiano Co-Authors Commentary on Communicating the Effects of Climate Change to Patients

Tuesday December 19, 2023

Ann Searight Christiano, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Center for Public Interest Communications director, is the co-author of the commentary “When Climate Change …
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Yu-Hao Lee Named New Center for Public Interest Communications Research Director

Tuesday September 5, 2023

The University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Center for Public Interest Communications today announced that Yu-Hao Lee, Media Production, Management, and Technology (MPMT) …
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Center for Public Interest Communications Adds Two Faculty Research and Strategy Collaborators

Friday March 24, 2023

The University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) Center for Public Interest Communications recently added two faculty collaborators to their team. Jasmine McNealy, UFCJC …
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Paper Exploring Local Discursive Frames of Poverty and Race Wins 2023 Hon Research Prize

Tuesday March 7, 2023

The University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Center for Public Interest Communications has awarded the 2023 Hon Research Prize in Public Interest Communications to three …
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Center for Public Interest Communications Receives Anthem Award for Storytelling Guide Collaboration

Wednesday February 22, 2023

The University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Center for Public Interest Communications, Radical Communicators and creative agency Milli are the recipients of a Bronze Anthem …
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Angela Bradbery and Ann Searight Christiano to Serve on AEJMC Virtual Panel on PR and Public Interest Communications

Wednesday February 1, 2023

Angela Bradbery, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) Frank Karel Chair in Public Interest Communications, and Ann Searight Christiano, UFCJC Center for Public …
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What Journalists Can Learn from Media Coverage of Immigrants in North Carolina

Sunday November 27, 2022

Define American released a new body of research on immigration and local news – “Reimagining Immigration News: North Carolina’s Case for the Nation” – that gives journalists in every state …
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The Center for Public Interest Communications Collaborates on Project to Study Inclusive Coverage of Immigrant Communities

Wednesday November 9, 2022

Define American and the Center for Public Interest Communications at the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) collaborated to produce a new body of research on …
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Strategic Communication Academy Celebrates Six Years of Success Helping UF Faculty and Staff Become More Effective Communicators

Wednesday September 21, 2022

By Lila Greenberg, B.S. Telecommunication 2022 The Strategic Communications Academy for UF Leaders and Scholars (SCA) on Sept. 7, 2022, celebrated its sixth anniversary by hosting a reunion with …
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Annie Neimand to Serve on Panel Discussing How Storytelling Can Change the Narrative on Economic Justice

Thursday September 15, 2022

Annie Neimand, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Center for Public Interest Communications research director, will be part of a three-person panel focusing on “Remaking …
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Jack Barry Helps Startup Companies in Tunisia Create Social Value

Thursday August 18, 2022

By Sue Wagner, CJC Communication “Need a little hope in the world?” asked Jack Barry, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Center for Public Interest Communications …
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Sheryl F. Gold Graduate Scholarship in Public Interest Communications

Monday August 15, 2022

As part of the Go Greater Campaign, CJC alumna Sheryl Gold established the Sheryl F. Gold Graduate Scholarship in Public Interest Communications to support scholarships for graduate students working …
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Angela Bradbery Authors Article on the Controversy and Confusion Over Legislative Bill Names

Thursday August 4, 2022

Angela Bradbery, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Frank Karel Chair in Public Interest Communications, is the author of “In Congress, the Name of the Bill May Have …
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The Effect of Documentary and Fictional Narratives on Dehumanization of Refugees and Stereotype Reversal

Tuesday May 17, 2022

The topic of refugees continues to be a polarizing one in the United States, often fueled by the media and its representation of displaced individuals. In a new study, University of Florida College …
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Ann Christiano and Jack Barry Offer a Plan to Inspire the Unvaccinated to Get Vaccinated

Friday January 28, 2022

Ann Christiano, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Center for Public Interest Communications director, and Jack Barry, a post-doctoral research associate for the Center, …
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Center for Public Interest Communications to Offer Communication Strategy Sessions for Social Change Organizations

Wednesday December 1, 2021

The Center for Public Interest Communications at the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications in collaboration with Stanford Social Innovation Review will present How to Power …
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Annie Neimand Comments on How to Craft a Message for Positive Change

Monday September 20, 2021

Annie Neimand, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Center for Public Interest Communications research director, is featured in “How to Build a Transformative Narrative” …
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Ann Christiano Comments on Center for Public Interest Communications Vaccine Hesitancy Research

Friday August 13, 2021

Ann Christiano, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Center for Public Interest Communications director, was featured in the “Understanding Vaccine Hesitancy” broadcast …