KCCI’s Rheya Spigner Receives an Award from Iowa State University On April 9th, 2019 Rheya Spigner KCCI reporter and anchor was recognized by the Greenlee School of Journalism at Iowa State University for her reporting on social issues. Spigner has been leading KCCI’s Project CommUNITIY initiative by focusing on local leaders who are working toward common ground on divisive issues. The Greenlee School and Kappa Tau Alpha Diversity & Inclusion Award is an annual recognition for a professional journalist who promotes ethical storytelling that broadens people’s understanding. Honorees are nominated by faculty and staff and selected by the Greenlee Diversity Subcommittee. “Rheya’s reporting has expanded Iowans’ awareness of the diversity that exists here in Iowa and helped viewers see beyond their own viewpoints and experiences. She sets a great example for aspiring journalists and uses her voice to make our community a better place,” -Kelly Winfrey, Greenlee School Assistant Professor
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