Two new researchers to lead impact-driven research at Missouri School of Journalism’s Reynolds Journalism Institute

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The Missouri School of Journalism is set to welcome two new research faculty and alums who will work with the Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute (RJI) to translate academic work into direct benefits for newsrooms around the country. Joy Jenkins and Nick Mathews will arrive at the School in the fall as assistant professors of media sociology, bringing varied but collaborative approaches to analyzing and supporting the local news industry.

Jenkins and Mathews aim to build a research team that will bridge the gap between research and industry, working with journalists and scholars alike to create lasting impacts that address challenges related to technology, funding, audience engagement and others faced by local news organizations.

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