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WVU Reed School of Media and Communications alumnus Eric Winkfield was named to PRWeek’s 40 Under 40 in 2025, an exceptional honor, especially for someone still relatively early in his career.

At Martin Hall Agency (MHA), the Reed School of Media and Communications’ student-run strategic communications firm, students closed out the fall semester with meaningful, measurable work that spanned statewide agritourism partners, West Virginia’s most promising young innovators, rural farms and downtown retailers. More than 20 students applied strategic research, creative development and hands-on client collaboration to deliver real work for real organizations, strengthening local businesses w

When WVU athletic teams take on Pitt, it’s the Backyard Brawl. When WVU Soccer takes on Marshall, it’s the Mountain State Derby—a different kind of brawl between the state’s top two Division I soccer teams. During the Nov. 12 WVU men’s soccer game versus Marshall, fans watching on ESPN+ were treated to a special feature by WVU Sports and Adventure Media student Logan Callender.

Dr. Diana Martinelli, former dean of the WVU Reed College of Media, was inducted into the WV Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Hall of Fame during the Night of Honors on Nov. 13. Professor of Public Relations Geah Pressgrove received the Educator of the Year award.

This year, “WVU News” and “Mountaineer Playbook” received two regional Emmys each from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) Ohio Valley Chapter Student Production Awards. Winners were announced in September.

The Public Interest Communication Research Laboratory (PIC Lab), has been designated a Patriotic Employer by the U.S. Department of Defense’s Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) program.

Two accomplished faculty members were tapped to serve as school directors in the WVU College of Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) as of July 2025. Emily Corio is the new director of the Reed School of Media and Communications, and Michael Vercelli has been named the interim director of the School of Music.

WVU News and alumna Kathryn Bruch received 2025 Gracie Awards, continuing the Reed School of Media and Communication’s streak of producing an exceptional, internationally recognized college newscast.

Alumni are honoring Martinelli’s legacy of leadership with a scholarship to benefit future students enrolled in Reed School of Media and Communications programs.

Geah Pressgrove, Associate Professor of Advertising and Public Relations at the WVU College of Creative Arts and Media, recently received national recognition and a university-wide honor for her dedication to students and the community.