Alumni Notes

2012 Broadcast Journalism

was recently recognized with the prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award for her cutting-edge work on the WBUR podcast "On Point."

The podcast, revered for its willingness to address complex, contemporary topics in a nuanced manner, received an award in the News Documentary category for its episode titled "What the President Knew." Analyzing presidential administrations from George W. Bush to Donald Trump, the special unapologetically explores misinformation and mistruths that can occur as information trickles down from the administration to the public.

Note Posted: November 4, 2021

1991 Journalism

editor of The Tribune-Democrat in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and a regional editor working with the The Times-News of Cumberland, Maryland, has been promoted to general manager of both papers, Publisher Robert Forcey has announced.

“Chip’s dedication to the job and to both papers has been excellent over the years,” Forcey said.

“This is a well-deserved promotion that is going to allow him to further his career and give us another tier to help steer the ship.”

Minemyer will continue as editor in Johnstown and in his role as regional editor for CNHI newspapers in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, West Virginia and North Carolina.

As general manager, Minemyer expands his oversight to areas of the operation beyond the editorial department.

“There is more responsibility on the business side of what we do,” Minemyer said. “I am excited about that.”

Minemyer said his familiarity with more than 150 employees across the two organizations gives him confidence in the newspapers’ continued success.

“I have spent a lot of time in Cumberland over the years and I know that market really well, in addition to Johnstown,” he said.

Minemyer was named editor of The Tribune-Democrat in 2004. He left the paper in 2012 when he was named executive editor of the Centre Daily Times in State College, but returned to Johnstown as editor in 2014.

Note Posted: November 2, 2021

2013 Advertising/Public Relations

started with Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton as associate athletic director of marketing in July

Note Posted: October 16, 2021

2019 Journalism

joined ESPN as a production assistant for ESPN Next.

His first nine-month rotation will focus on college basketball events, helping to create elements viewers will see on broadcasts.

Note Posted: October 6, 2021

2003 Journalism

was named managing editor of the Sun-Gazette in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.

Note Posted: September 30, 2021

2013 Film-Video

an esports video Archivist at Riot Games, was awarded the 2019 Sports Emmy Award for outstanding coverage and for his contributions as a digital librarian in the League of Legends World Final on YouTube.

The ward was presented by the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

He lives in Los Angeles.

Note Posted: September 30, 2021

2021 Telecommunications and Media Industries

accepted a paid, post-graduate internship with ESPN.

She'll be aiding in the overall production of the ESPN Daily podcast. It’s a remote opportunity, with the company's whole podcast team permanently remote — half on the East Coast and half on the West Coast.

Note Posted: September 10, 2021

2014 Journalism

, who also earned a bachelor's degree in political science and her JD in 2017, joined Wisler Pearlstine LLP as an associate in the firm's education law practice group.

Before joining the firm, her practice focused on defending professionals and businesses in professional liability and employment litigation matters.

Note Posted: September 8, 2021

2002 Advertising/Public Relations

has launched MNM Strategy, sports + purpose consultancy created to inspire and create impact through the power of sport.

Note Posted: September 8, 2021

1997 Journalism

was named managing editor of the Tribune-Review.

During the past five years, Amen has managed the Trib’s digital content strategy, spearheading ambitious projects that have allowed the Trib to grow its digital audience. TribLIVE is now the most visited news website in the Western Pennsylvania market.

Amen, 45, is a Hempfield native and Hempfield High School graduate who grew up reading the Tribune-­Review. He called his new role “a dream come true.”

“The Trib has always been such an integral part of our community,” he said. “I look forward to continuing the Trib’s tradition of excellence.”

In his new role, Amen will oversee the day-to-day operations of the news department, including the Trib’s award-winning sports desk. He begins his new role Nov. 20.

Amen lives in Plum with his wife, Keightley, daughter, Elizabeth, and triplet sons Alex, Matthew and William.

Note Posted: September 8, 2021

2017 Journalism

is now the director of digital engagement and social media at Georgetown University, in Washington, D.C.

Note Posted: September 3, 2021

2015 Journalism

accepted the position of Program Manager, Earned Media at TaylorMade Golf Company at their headquarters in Carlsbad, California.

Esse will be joining the TaylorMade media department heading their earned media/media relations efforts. Working with partners such as the PGA Tour, Golf Digest, Golf.com and Barstool Sports, his primary responsibilities will be to manage the external storytelling of TaylorMade’s products and athletes.

Esse joins the industry leading TaylorMade brand to continue to grow its imprint in the digital and social media spaces. He previously worked six years in various production and leadership roles at ESPN.

Note Posted: August 24, 2021