WRTC News

In Their Own Words

Many JMU students combine majors, minors and extracurricular activities to build their future career. In this story, Grant Johnson writes about adding a summer leadership institute to his resume.

Serving the college

The 19 retirees have collectively contributed over 500 years of service to their units, the college, the university and the local community.

Community-Based Learning: WRTC Creates Opportunities for Community Engagement

WRTC Writing for Nonprofits students use research and writing to spread the good news about a local residential home for formerly incarcerated men and women.

WRTC Welcomes Professor Ja’La Wourman!

Ja'La Wourman will soon join WRTC, bringing expertise in the area of race and culture in professional and technical communication, with a specialization in digital media and African American rhetoric.

Perseverance Pays Off: WRTC Graduate, Kelsey Osborne (20')

Graduating at the height of a pandemic shutdown didn’t stop WRTC graduate Kelsey Osborne from pursuing her dreams, but it did take some determination and creative thinking.

Scholarship in the Time of Pandemic

What happens to scholarship when a global pandemic shuts down travel? WRTC's Cathryn Molloy shows how to make professional "appearances" regardless of the challenges.

"Later, Tater!"

One of WRTC's most beloved professors has retired, but her supportive and encouraging spirit will remain with all who knew her.

‘Energy, creativity and insight’: College celebrates final cohort hires

With the addition of scholars Tiffany González and Ja’La Wourman, the College of Arts and Letters cohort hire is finalized.

Beyond WRTC: Former Master’s Student Phil Meador

Although he has yet to meet his new colleagues face-to-face because of COVID-19, WRTC Master's graduate, Phil Meador (MA '20), landed a fabulous job at one of the best places to work in Virginia.

Looking to the future

Czech Republic, Taiwan, Maldova. Dukes set their sights on international exchange as they advance in most competitive cycle to date.

A "Commitment to Fairness and Justice"

The Whitten Maher Memorial Scholarship recognizes undergraduates in all JMU disciplines whose writing and design reflects Maher’s commitment to advocacy and change.

The value is in the process

As they await the status of their Fulbright applications, JMU seniors and alumni offer tips.

You're Hired!

These WRTC graduates landed amazing jobs during the pandemic of 2020, showing they have the skills needed to succeed!

Internships in the Time of Pandemic

Carley Prendergast didn't let COVID-19 stop her plans to find the internship(s) of her dreams in the media industry. Her story is truly inspirational.