Student Spotlight
Elizabeth Keen

by: Caroline Dewberry, PR student intern

Elizabeth Keen, a junior from Vicksburg, Miss., is majoring in communication with a concentration in broadcast and digital journalism. Keen is involved in the Shackhouls Honors College and The Reflector. In the future, Keen plans to work as a sports broadcaster or a journalist.  

Keen was nominated by her professor Philip Poe, who said “Elizabeth is a great example for Communication students because she balances success in the classroom with success in the real world. Her stories for Cowbell Corner are must-reads. She is an expert on MSU Athletics and has a bright future in sports journalism ahead of her.”

Why communication?
I chose communication because I knew that I wanted to tell the stories of outstanding athletes and teams. Communication allows me to be creative and gives me a place where I can combine my interests and share them with the world!

Best memory in the Department?
I had the opportunity to attend a department meeting and connect with Ross Dellenger of Sports Illustrated!

Advice for incoming communication students?
Make the most of every opportunity you have! 

Best advice you’ve received from a professor?
It never hurts to try something new!

Favorite class?
Sports Announcing

If you were singing karaoke, what song would you pick to sing?
I would pick "Friends in Low Places" by Garth Brooks because it's iconic and brings back so many fun memories!

If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Taco soup!

What’s the most interesting thing that you’ve read, watched or listened to lately?
I'm currently trying to get into "Stranger Things," but I'm not sure how I feel about it yet!

If you didn’t have to sleep, what would you do with that extra time?
Shop and spend time with my friends.