Brian G Smith

Brian G. Smith appointed new director of the Robertson School of Communication

April 1, 2026

Smith joins VCU from the University of Mississippi with an extensive background in research on public relations management and social advocacy.

Questions and Answers with Brian

Get to know the incoming director of the Robertson School

April 1, 2026

Dr. Brian G. Smith intends to lead Robertson School with focus on innovation and "communication as action"

Journalism Student Award Winners

Journalism students awarded national honors

May 1, 2024

VCU student journalists honored with Society of Professional Journalist Mark of Excellence awards

Cierra Parks, The Robertson School's New Employer Coordinator + Tips for Navigating the Job Market

March 26, 2024

Introducing Cierra Parks and 5 Tips for Navigating the Job Market

2024 Addy Winners

Robertson School Students Shine at Local ADDY Awards Gala.

March 22, 2024

ADDY Awards Showcase Robertson School Students' Award-Winning Submissions.

Robertson Alumna Receives National Association of Government Communicators Award

March 28, 2023

VCU Robertson School alumna Dena Potter recognized for communications work related to COVID-19 vaccination efforts, the removal of the Robert E. Lee Monument and the Inauguration of a new governor by the National Association of Government Communicators.

First, second and third place graphic of winners.

VCU Robertson School Students and Faculty shine at 2023 Addy Awards.

March 27, 2023

Gold, silver and best in show awards for Robertson School.

Students looking curious and attentive during a lecture.

New media and leadership certificate program

Jan. 11, 2022

Applications are open for 2022-23 master's and certificate program. New this year: an online, 12-credit graduate certificate program in media and leadership.

ReVoice Podcast Network

Robertson School Media Production Students Launch Podcast Network “ReVoice”

April 12, 2024

"Revoice" podcast to amplify student voices, fostering community and showcasing diverse experiences and talents.

Gary Garbett Picture

VCU alumni and Robertson Media and Leadership student selected as Fulbright Specialist.

March 27, 2023

The Fulbright Specialist Program selects VCU Robertson Media and Leadership student as a Fulbright Specialist, marking a significant milestone in his journey of mentorship and educational outreach.

Robertson School Media Production student short film chosen by The Pacific Northwest Film Scoring Program at the Seattle Film Institute.

March 27, 2023

Media Production student, Milo Richards, project "Her Birthday Balloons" gets an original, professionally produced and composed sound-track, recorded by professional musicians in a world class recording studio.

Longtime Robertson staff and instructor, Gary Gillam, retires.

Dec. 28, 2022

Gary Gillam, longtime Robertson School Media Production instructor retires from career in video production and teaching spanning over 35 years.

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Bryan-Campos isn’t just teaching journalism, she’s cultivating citizens

Oct. 31, 2022

Capital News Service students leverage technology in a new context.