Help SOJC Students Prepare for the Communication Jobs of the Future
The communication field is changing quickly, and many of the jobs our 2023 graduating class is applying for didn’t exist five years ago. At the UO School of Journalism and Communication (SOJC), we know we must teach students the skills they need to succeed—for the jobs of today and the emerging careers of the future.
Take gaming. It's now the biggest entertainment industry in the world—twice as big as the movie industry. Video games and esports generate billions of dollars annually, with audiences of all ages and full entertainment franchises. And media companies, advertising agencies, and even journalists are gamifying their campaigns and content to connect with their audiences.
Fortunately, games are proven grounds for great storytelling and engagement, making them a natural fit for SOJC students—many of whom are already passionate about this expanding field.
That’s why the SOJC wants to launch a new game studies minor—but we need your support to make it happen! Help us give students the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in gaming industry jobs like:
- Game journalist
- Esports broadcaster
- Social media strategist
- Online community manager
- Immersive media specialist
- User experience researcher
- Market researcher
- Public relations specialist
- Account executive
- Story developer
- Event manager
When you give to the SOJC on Ducks Give Day, you’ll be helping us attract students from across campus and the nation with a new, popular minor. And you’ll help our students:
- Expand their career options
- Develop and conduct game studies research
- Practice esports broadcasting with the UO’s esports team
- Access the latest technology and dedicated facilities
- Expand the SOJC’s impact in emerging communication fields
- Advance the field’s understanding and impact on society and community building
- Build expert skills and meet the needs of a growing industry
How You Can Make a Difference
Give. Make a gift of any size to the SOJC on Ducks Give Day and help us support SOJC’s game studies minor. Even $5 will help us unlock challenge gifts throughout the day to maximize impact.
Share. Spread the word! Share this page with your network and post about the opportunity on your social media channels using the #DucksGive hashtag.
| Rank | State | Gifts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | OR | 75 |
| 2 | CA | 25 |
| 3 | WA | 10 |
