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Featured Events / October 2026
Conversations in Sports Media & Journalism
The School of Communication and the Associated Press
present two special events celebrating professional
storytelling, sports journalism, and the accomplishments
of NAU alumni.
Sports Media Panel
Finding Sports Stories from the Sidelines to the Press Box
Thursday, October 15, 2026
1–2 p.m.
School of Communication, Room 119
Join journalists and sports media professionals
for a conversation about finding compelling stories,
covering major sporting events, developing sources,
and building a career in sports journalism.
Featured Panelists
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Cheyanne Isobe —
AP National Education Reporter and moderator -
David Brandt —
AP Sports Writer -
Dave Burns —
Co-host, Burns & Gambo,
Arizona Sports 98.7 FM -
John Marshall —
AP Sports Writer
Distinguished Alumni / Journalism
Celebrating Excellence in Journalism
The Robert R. Eunson Distinguished Alumni Journalism
Award recognizes the accomplishments of outstanding
NAU alumni who have made meaningful contributions
to the field of journalism.
2026 Award Recipient
Dave Burns
Thursday, October 15, 2026 · 6:30 p.m.
School of Communication, Room 119
The School of Communication is proud to honor
NAU alumnus Dave Burns as the recipient of the
2026 Robert R. Eunson Distinguished Alumni
Journalism Award.
Born in Flagstaff and raised in Tempe, Burns has
built a distinguished broadcasting career spanning
more than three decades in the Phoenix area.
He currently co-hosts Burns & Gambo,
a daily sports radio program on Arizona Sports
98.7 FM.
Felicia Fonseca, Assistant News Director for the
Associated Press, and Cheyanne Mumphrey, NAU alumna
and AP National Education Reporter, will present
the award.
Across the School
People. Projects. Possibilities.
From student projects and faculty research to
exhibitions, publications, films, and community
partnerships, the School of Communication is
a place where creative ideas take shape.
Student Stories
Our students produce films, create visual
experiences, report important stories,
and develop portfolios that prepare
them for creative and professional careers.
Faculty & Creative Work
Our faculty contribute research, films,
exhibitions, publications, and creative
projects that advance knowledge and
enrich communities.
Alumni & Community
Alumni and professional partners bring
real-world experience into the classroom
through mentorship, guest presentations,
collaborations, and special events.
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Featured Newsletter / October 2026
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faculty achievements, alumni connections,
creative work, and upcoming events
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lectures, workshops, alumni gatherings,
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