Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) School of Journalism & Graphic Communication (SJGC) will debut its annual documentary showcase, J School Journals, on Saturday, December 7 at noon in the Lee Hall auditorium. This year’s event will feature a selection of thought-provoking, student-produced documentaries, as well as a live musical performance.
Race to 24, the centerpiece of the event, is a film collage chronicling the historic November 5, 2024, United States presidential election. Produced by FAMU SJGC students Joel Mitchell, Jordan Mongo and Kaitlyn Walsh, the presentation captures the emotions, challenges and experiences of United States citizens during the unprecedented election.
In addition to Race to 24, J School Journals will include:
- Amen, Amen, Amen by Jalynn McDuffey and Asia Moore
- Two Hills, One City: FAMU & FSU by Anissa Carby
- Boyz to Men by Jordan Mongo and Deceni Suazo
- Jazz by Justin Lloyd and Shari Ryant
J School Journals will also include a Q&A session with the filmmakers, offering event participants the opportunity to delve deeper into the creative process and themes of each project. The event is free to attend.
