Meredith Communication Professor Receives the Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship

Meredith College Communication Department Head and Associate Professor Dr. Lynn Owens was named a recipient of the Television Academy’s 2025 Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship, created in honor of the late “Jeopardy!” host. 

The Academy sent Owens to Los Angeles to attend the Media Educators Conference in October. At the three-day event, Owens networked with fellow educators, media professionals, creators, and top Hollywood executives, learning about the latest trends and skills in the industry. Panel topics included Integrating Generative AI in College Media Classrooms and Creating Television for the Internet Generation. 

“It was a great opportunity to find out what professionals in the field are doing now and where they see things going in the future,” said Owens. “AI is what everyone has their eyes on. It’s being used across all aspects of media, from journalism to filmmaking. I will definitely be incorporating lessons on AI in my courses so students know what it is, what it can do, and how they can use it to enhance their existing skills and talents.”

Owens also received a complimentary one-year Television Academy academic membership as part of the Fellowship. 

For more information about Meredith’s communication program, which focuses on real-world learning through professional internships and hands-on experience in the classroom, visit https://www.meredith.edu/communication/