Welcome to the
RSJ Alumni Chapter

Our Mission: To engage alumni in an effort to maintain strong connections with each other and the Reynolds School of Journalism post-graduation.

Become a Member

Why Join the Alumni Chapter

You may have left the Reynolds School. But the Reynolds School never really left you.

The Chapter is dedicated to fostering the connection between graduates and students of the Reynolds School of Journalism through member socials, school events, and more. We give back to the School of Journalism when possible and keep our network of journalism grads connected wherever they are.

Become a Member
  1. 01
    Give back
    Mentor a student and help build a scholarship fund for UNR Journalism students.
  2. 02
    Stay in the loop
    Access to our online networking community and LinkedIn group.
  3. 03
    Events that connect and inspire
    Fireside chats, mixers, and UNR events, with free or lower-cost attendance for members.
  4. 04
    Friends in the field
    A social outlet with like-minded professionals to share ideas and lessons learned.
  5. 05
    Share your pride
    Be a voice for the school with prospective students, current students, new grads, academics, and media looking for experts.

Get Matched with a Mentor

The RSJ Alumni Chapter is here to help those looking at a career in journalism, advertising, PR, media, and more. If you would like to speak with a professional, or if you are a professional and would like to help a student, click the links below.

For Students
Get a Mentor
Get matched with an alum in your field for resume review, LinkedIn tips, mock interviews, and honest industry advice.
Sign Up as a Mentee
For Professionals
Become a Mentor
Share what you know with a Reynolds School of Journalism student who is starting out.
Sign Up as a Mentor

Scholarship Fund

$6,500raised of our $10,000 goal
65% there$3,500 to go

Please consider giving a donation to support UNR Journalism students.

Donate to the Fund

Upcoming Events

Monthly
Board Meeting
Join the RSJ Alumni Chapter board every third Tuesday of the month. All members are welcome to observe and get involved.
KPS3, Reno NV Join via Zoom 3rd Tuesday of each month, 5:30 PM
Date TBD
Annual Mixer
Details TBD.
Location TBD Time TBD Tickets TBD
Fall 2026 · Homecoming Week
PACK! MidTown
A Homecoming Week tradition. Wear your Silver & Blue and join the RSJ Alumni Chapter as we gather with Wolf Pack alumni throughout MidTown, starting at Whispering Vine and Chuy's before exploring chapter parties across the district.
MidTown Reno: Whispering Vine & Chuy's Friday before Homecoming Game, 5 PM

2026 Board

Rob Gaedtke
President
Rob Gaedtke
President & CEO
KPS3
Marketing leader with 20+ years of experience building brands and teams across local and national organizations.
RSJ ’05
Amy Demuth
Vice President
Amy Demuth
Communications Officer
Nevada Tech Hub (UNR)
Communications leader focused on storytelling, innovation, and economic development across Nevada's tech ecosystem.
RSJ ’08
Nicole Rose Dion
Secretary
Nicole Rose Dion
Account Director
Estipona Group
Account director specializing in client strategy, communications, and brand development.
RSJ ’12
Jessica Naidu
Treasurer
Jessica Naidu
Restorative Justice & Education Leader
Formerly Univ. of San Diego
Leader in restorative justice and education with experience in storytelling, nonprofit management and higher ed administration.
RSJ ’11
Emily Hess
Communications
Emily Hess
Social Media & PR Professional
Argentum Partners
Social media and PR professional focused on campaigns, media relations, and community-driven storytelling.
RSJ ’25
Brooke Boccali
Membership
Brooke Boccali
Marketing & PR Consultant
Independent Consultant
Hospitality marketing professional with 25+ years of experience across hotels, resorts, and lifestyle brands.
RSJ ’02
Marc Picker
Member at Large
Marc Picker
Alt. Public Defender
Retired
Former public defender with a career in legal service and ongoing board leadership experience.
RSJ ’79
Dan Fields
Member at Large
Dan Fields
Founder
The Prize
Founder and marketing professional focused on mentorship, brand development, and community-building initiatives.
RSJ ’04
Anna Catlett
Member at Large
Anna Catlett
SVP, Marketing & Comm.
Optum Care / UHG
Senior marketing executive with 25+ years of experience leading large-scale healthcare marketing and communications teams.
RSJ ’98
Dominique Hall
Member at Large
Dominique Hall
Associate Attorney
McNees Wallace & Nurick
Associate attorney with a background in strategic communications and leadership, including service as ASUN President.
RSJ ’21
Zachary Alexander
Member at Large
Zachary Alexander
Marketing Manager
Reno Philharmonic
Leads marketing strategy and campaigns to drive audience growth and community engagement for a regional arts organization.
RSJ ’14
Dominique Pacheco
Member at Large
Dominique Pacheco
Account Manager
THM Media™
Communications professional with 18+ years of experience across print, radio, TV, and digital media.
RSJ ’08

Past Events

Off the Record Alumni Mixer 2026: Welcome remarks at Off the Record, 2026
Welcome remarks at Off the Record, 2026.
Off the Record Alumni Mixer 2026: Old friends, big hugs
Old friends, big hugs.
Off the Record Alumni Mixer 2026: The crew at Off the Record
The crew at Off the Record.
Off the Record Alumni Mixer 2026: Off the Record shirts made the rounds
Off the Record shirts made the rounds.
Off the Record Alumni Mixer 2026: Catching up inside
Catching up inside.
Off the Record Alumni Mixer 2026: Poolside conversation
Poolside conversation.
Off the Record Alumni Mixer 2026: Settling in on the deck
Settling in on the deck.
Alumni Mixer 2024
Winter Grain performing live at the RSJ Alumni summer gathering.
Alumni Mixer 2024
Alumni catching up under the string lights at our summer mixer.
Alumni Mixer 2024
RSJ graduates reconnecting at our annual gathering in Reno.
Alumni Mixer 2024
New and familiar faces at the RSJ Alumni Chapter mixer.
Alumni Mixer 2024
Alumni mingling at the RSJ summer event.
Alumni Mixer 2024
RSJ alumni and the next generation. Always good to see the crew.