Keene State College Journalism

05/14/2026

Journalism alum Emma Hamilton ‘18 was featured in the first episode of Beyond the Arch, a podcast telling the stories of Keene State College alumni.

In this episode of Beyond the Arch, host Andrea Vickers-Sivret sits down with Keene State College alum Emma Hamilton (Class of 2018), now an Emmy-nominated a...

04/25/2026

⚖️📰 (April 27–May 1) begins Monday!

Join the SPJ Ethics Committee for a free virtual panel discussion on how to distinguish reporters and ethical journalism from the growing mix of content creators, AI, activists and misinformation online.

🗓 April 28
🕖 7–8 p.m. EDT

Panelists include:
• Olivia Hicks, Minnesota Star Tribune sports reporter and Gen Z journalist covering how young people understand journalism
• Liz Kelly Nelson, founder of Project C and former executive at Gannett and Vox
• Aaron Parnas, digital news creator and “newsfluencer” with 8M+ followers
• Erik Ugland, Marquette University professor studying how journalists are defined

Moderated by SPJ Ethics Committee Chair Dan Axelrod.

🔗Register now to join the conversation: https://bit.ly/4vRa4OO

04/20/2026

Meet Ali Baretta ’26 🎓

A Multimedia Journalism and English Literature major from Southington, CT, Ali made the decision to switch into journalism at the end of her sophomore year, and it quickly became the best decision she’s made. Driven by her passion for writing, she’s built a strong foundation in media writing while exploring the many ways storytelling can take shape.

From developing video storytelling skills in backpack journalism with Dr. Nye to gaining hands-on experience as a writing intern with Marketing and Communications, Ali has expanded her skillset far beyond the page, learning everything from interviewing techniques to multimedia storytelling and journalism ethics.

After graduation, she hopes to pursue a career in media writing, ideally continuing work similar to what she’s doing now and creating content that informs and connects with audiences.

Her biggest takeaway? Growth happens outside your comfort zone, and that’s exactly where she found her success!

Ali describes her college experience in one word: eye-opening ✨

04/16/2026

Meet Charlotte King '26 🎓

Charlotte is a Multimedia Journalism and Social Media major from Rochester, NH. A fifth-year senior graduating in May, Charlotte is the webmaster for The Equinox.

Charlotte is very involved on campus, participating in Film Society and Feminist Collective as well as The Equinox.

Charlotte's advice to students: "One of the best things about studying journalism is that you are developing skills that help you learn about anything and everything else in the world. Take advantage of the resources around you to make sure those skills are as sharp as possible. Sign up for a class or join a club outside of your comfort zone. Find a reason to get familiar with the studio spaces in the Media Arts Center. Write for The Equinox (meets Mondays at 9 p.m. in Room 309 of the L.P. Young Student Center)!"

We can't wait to see what you do next, Charlotte!

04/10/2026

We are very proud of the Keene State College journalism, social media, and graphic design majors and recent graduates at The Equinox who received awards at New Hampshire PBS today from the New Hampshire Press Association in its 2025 Distinguished Journalism Contest.

They include:

1st and 3rd place, best graphic, Elijah Fisher
1st place, general excellence, Equinox staff
1st place, best photo/video, Alana Perry
2nd place, best photo/video, Skylar Tourville
2nd place, best podcast, video or multimedia, Equinox staff
2nd place, best sports coverage, Nathan Hope
3rd place, best photo/video, Xander Noel
3rd place, best sports coverage, Jacob Enscoe
3rd place, best published feature, Ryan Pacheco

Pictured L-R: Charlotte King, Madelyn Marabella, Nathan Hope, Nicholas Ackley.

04/09/2026

Happy Local News Day from KSC Journalism!
Local News Day is a national day of action meant to reconnect communities with trusted local news and highlight how local outlets keep people informed!

For students, Local News Day matters because local news helps us understand what is happening in the places we live, study, and work. For example, The Equinox covers schools, housing, safety, local government, and events—issues that matter to everyone on and off campus. Student journalists are helping expand local coverage and connecting younger audiences to the community of Keene.

04/08/2026

Student journalists with The Equinox at Keene State College met with U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) when she was on campus today.

Being in the state with the first-in-the-nation presidential primary election, our students have incredible access to national political candidates as well as local, state and regional office-seekers.

L-R: Nicholas Ackley, Madelyn Marabella, Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, Nathan Hope, Charlotte King, Serena Taylor, Jacob Enscoe.

04/07/2026

📣 Course selection is finally here!

We’re excited to promote Sports Broadcast, a hands-on class that gives you the chance to work in the podcast studio, TV studio, and update center, while learning how to live broadcast a game. This is a perfect opportunity to gain real experience and boost your resume!

All majors are welcome, and you’ll learn so much from this dynamic course. The class is taught by Dr. Nye, with broadcasting guidance from Ryan Hearn, and athlete interviews supported by Abe Osheyack.

Don’t just watch the game, be the voice behind it! 🏀🎙️📺

04/02/2026

Meet our Senior Spotlight: Brooke Reilly 🎓✨

Graduating in 2026, Brooke is studying Social Media with a minor in Multimedia Journalism. Originally from Beacon Falls, Connecticut, she’s passionate about pursuing a career in social media management and using digital platforms to connect with audiences in meaningful ways.

Her internship with the journalism social media department has played a huge role in shaping her future, giving her hands-on experience and helping bring her career goals to life. Through her time at Keene State, Brooke has learned so much from her journalism classes and encourages students to get involved, especially in TV production and broadcasting.

Her advice to future students? Take advantage of everything Keene Journalism has to offer. There are so many opportunities waiting, you just have to go for them!

03/27/2026

Meet Nathan Hope ’26 🎓

A Multimedia Journalism major from Marlborough, NH, Nathan came to Keene State with a strong passion for writing, storytelling, and understanding the world around him, and turned it into something even bigger.

From getting hands-on experience in classes like KSC-TV with Dr. Nye to being deeply involved in The Equinox, Nathan has built skills across writing, video, and digital media that go far beyond just one path in journalism.

After graduation, he hopes to stay in New England and write for a local news outlet, focusing on community-based reporting and making a real impact where it matters most.

His advice? Take advantage of every opportunity. Whether it’s student orgs, internships, or just asking for help. That’s where everything starts.

We’re excited to see what’s next for you, Nathan 👏