A student multi-media project, Unlocking NY, allowed journalism, photography, digital media & other Newhouse students to create more than 30 stories around the Erie Canal as it reaches 200 years old.

Magazine fashion editors are no longer the arbiters of style and chic. Audiences follow influencers who are often ore relatable. AI is also impacting marketing, leading to further change.

Dr. Charisse L'Pree has students seek definitions of the American Dream from people different than themselves, crossing gender identity, generational, ethnic, economic lines finding myriad explanations.

Personal information is collected in several ways on the internet and mobile apps. Newhouse Ad expert Daniela Molta explains data collection & best practices for consumers and corporations.

Research shows volunteer fields offices, door-to-door campaigns can be more effective in urging people to vote, swaying close elections than political ad spending. Dr. Josh Darr's book makes the case.

Telling sports stories, from social media reels to full documentaries, take particular skills and approach. Professor Jordan Kligerman produces and teaches the content at the Newhouse School

Public relations activities can inspire community action. Syracuse University student Clair Ceccoli discusses creating and publicizing an event to benefit a group that makes beds for disadvantaged youth.

Research on immigration policy and statistics shows political rhetoric is often misaligned with facts. Fear and polarization can also sway opinions and positions even in the face of factual data.

Political and social divides in the country are the worst in generations. Disinformation exacerbates polarization, but technologies &information skills can help ease tensions and increase transparency

AI in crisis communications can help messaging & predicting potential problems. Dr. Erika Schneider has found AI-generated messages have perception problems, but AI is an important tool in PR.

Doulas can provide both medical and mental health care help to new & expectant mothers, while bridging cultural divides Research shows a majority of people don't know the care is available. Better messaging might help.

Newhouse Associate Dean of Strategic Initiatives Brad Horn makes the case for better reporting and training of journalists so they can spot illegal doping in sports, and lead to fairer competition.

How concerned should you be about the amount of your data that's online? Syracuse University advertising professor and data expert Beth Egan explains you aren't as targeted as you might think. Plus, the value of that data powers the internet and your smart phone.

With the election nearing, a review of AI-generated content might raise awareness about misinformation. Jason Davis and RC Concepcion share thoughts about AI concerns and benefits.

Extended Reality includes virtual and augmented reality, and AI. Syracuse University Professor is studying psychological & physical effects of immersive media messages.

Have opportunities for women in sports media increased? Successful TV producer Olivia Stomski, who runs Newhouse Sports Media Center, shares thoughts, including whether popularity of women's sports is helping.

A Newhouse School collaboration with the Empire State Games gives students high-level experience in visual and other communications fields.

Newhouse researchers are studying media literacy, including how people consume, create & use media for social justice. The CODE^SHIFT 'Collaboratory' studies data & equity issues around media.

New research by Newhouse School Advertising Professor Dr. Rebecca Ortiz sheds light on how teens are influenced by media when it comes to sexuality, expression and behavior, as well as other health issues.

Dr. Charisse L'Pree and Prof. Luvell Anderson discuss how they break down comedy and satire to examine serious issues. Their work uses humor to inform about race, disability issues, the wealth gap and other topics, while giving teachers tools to use to effectively bring humor into the classroom.