Michael Real of San Diego State University will become director of Ohio University's E.W. Scripps School of Journalism July 1. He replaces Interim Director and Professor of Journalism Dan Riffe.

Michael Real

"Michael Real brings a wealth of administrative experience to the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism as well as a national scholarly reputation," says College of Communication Dean Kathy Krendl. "He will work effectively with the faculty to keep pace in a rapidly changing field of study."

Real is a professor of telecommunications and film and director of the School of Communications at San Diego State. As director of the Scripps School, he will be responsible for the curriculum, faculty and staff of the school's 800 undergraduate and 50 graduate students. The 75-year-old school is ranked among the top 10 nationwide.

"I am flattered to be chosen to direct one of the most prestigious schools of journalism in the United States," Real says. "For many years I have seen from afar the excellent scholarship and education that comes from the College of Communication at Ohio University. I am pleased to become a part of that."

Real completed a doctorate in communications at the University of Illinois, his master's degree in teaching and history at St. Thomas College and a bachelor's degree in philosophy at St. Paul's Seminary. His research and teaching focus primarily on media, culture and social responsibility.

Bob Hynes

Residence and Campus Auxiliary Services Director Bob Hynes, AB '60, MED '62, retired in March after serving the university for more than 30 years. He was responsible for residence hall maintenance, food service and issues related to student life in the residence halls.

"What has been most rewarding is the opportunity to work with staff at all levels, from the president and the trustees to individual students, trying to accomplish common objectives and create the best residential environment possible," Hynes says.

Hynes was hired in 1968 as director of housing. He was named director of residence services in 1971 and began his most recent job in 1982. He plans to remain in Athens, taking time out for yard work and community service.