JMC founder Dwight Bentel dies at 103

Celebrated journalist, scholar and teacher led School from 1936-67. Founded Spartan Daily in 1934; served 40 years with the university.

Komenich photo exhibition featured at National Civil Rights Museum

JMC professor's exhibit on Philippine revolt, "Revolution Revisited," on display at Memphis museum throughout May.

Spartan Daily wins nine statewide journalism awards

Daily newspaper produced by JMC students honored by California College Media Association at its annual conference in Fullerton.

JMC Convocation scheduled for Wednesday, May 23

Event will be held at 5 p.m. on the South Tower Lawn. Keynote speaker will be advertising alumnus Mike Sanchez, a branding expert for Cisco Systems. Nearly 130 advertising, journalism and public relations students are eligible for graduation.

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Follow the latest on what's going on in the School of Journalism and Mass Communications, from School Director Bob Rucker.

Spartan Daily founder Dwight Bentel dies at 103 (UPDATED)

Bentel had worked with SJSU for 40 years. From his time starting the school of journalism and mass communications, to working as an administrative aide under two SJSU presidents, to chairing the committee that laid the footwork for the Student Union,

Food for thought: Finals Feast

The issue of eating healthy while tacking school studies is a feat within itself as students try to stay awake and snack away on junk food.

Political science professor retires after 42 years of service

Dr. Terry Christensen is retiring after 42 years of service, during which he had a major impact.