Emerson College Today

Book examines pop stars, how gender plays role

Assistant Professor of Marketing Communication Kristin Lieb's new book lifts the veils on the construction of pop stars, how the create brand identities to maximize earnings and how gender plays a role.

Farewell to TV legend

In a touching tribute that became emotional at times, the Emerson community on March 12 laughed and fondly remembered local legend Rex Trailer, the television cowboy and faculty member who wowed millions of children with his show Boomtown.

Daniel Black named Entertainment Lawyer of Year

Daniel H. Black, chair of the Emerson Board of Overseers, has been named Entertainment Lawyer of the Year by the Century City Bar Association.

24 seniors in Purple Key Leadership Society

Twenty-four seniors have been selected to represent Emerson College in the inaugural membership induction to the 2012–2013 Purple Key Leadership Society.  

Alum's news team wins Cronkite Award

A cable news network in Washington State that has an Emerson alumnus in a key staff position recently won a Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Television Political Journalism in the Local Cable Station category.

WGBH’s Crossley to host gun violence talk

WGBH radio and television host Callie Crossley will moderate a panel discussion, “Gun Violence in Media and Electronic Games,” at Emerson on Monday, March 18, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.

Swap event part of Recyclemania

On Wednesday, March 13, at 6:00 pm, Earth Emerson will hold a "freecycle" event and movie screening at the Bill Bordy Theater, inviting students to bring unwanted clothing, books, DVDs, knick-knacks, and anything they can find to swap with other students.

Avalanche of award nominations

The Independent Reviewers of New England (IRNE) recently nominated numerous Performing Arts faculty, alumni, and students for IRNE Awards, which recognize talent in the Boston theater community.