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Two UFCJC Alumni Finish in the Top 20 in Hearst Journalism Awards Investigative Reporting Competition

May 20, 2024

UFCJC Alum Presents Research on the Importance of Local News in Fostering Open Government

May 16, 2024

UFCJC Agency Students and Staff Attend Disney Upfront for Second Year in a Row

May 16, 2024

A Documentary by CJC Student and Alumnus Named as an Official Selection at the Roxbury International Film Festival

May 13, 2024

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Multiracial Families in Advertising: Exploring the Impact on Emerging Adult Consumers

A new study sheds light on how emerging adult consumers respond to advertisements featuring multiracial families and the factors that influence their attitudes and purchase intentions.

The Effects of Natural- and Supernatural-Based Awe Experiences in Virtual Reality

Researchers explored how experiencing awe can make us better humans – socially, psychologically and spiritually – and that both natural awe and supernatural awe can be achieved through virtual reality.

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

A large study of philanthropy narratives identified two ways foundations could do a better job of communicating with the public: tell better stories about how they decide which projects to fund, and explain their goals and the results of their work more clearly using simpler language.

Can Virtual Humans Combat Climate Change Misinformation?

Virtual (or artificial) humans, such as virtual human influencers, have become increasingly valuable to brands and marketers worldwide. But what about their effectiveness in tackling big societal issues? Could computer-generated characters effectively influence human behavior for the greater good?