Professors Terry Wimmer and Susan Knight enjoy themselves at a reception preceding the department's annual Just Desserts event May 2.

A shocked Maggy Zanger accepts the Hugh and Jan Harelson Excellence in Teaching Award at Just Desserts May 2.

Journalism Department Head Jacqueline Sharkey accepts a signed photo of the UA student chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists at Just Desserts May 2. The chapter, which formed in 2007 and claims more than 30 members, is only the fifth NAHJ student chapter in the country.

Professor Jay Rochlin (right) presents senior Mike McKisson with an award for Excellence in Online Journalism at Just Desserts May 2.

Lauren Hillery was a two-time award winner at the department's Just Desserts celebration May 2. Hillery, who graduates with honors, won an Alex Parker Reporting Award and she was the co-winner of the Border Beat class award.

Jennifer Tramm won the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award at the Just Desserts celebration May 2.

Graduating senior Kari Shaffer took home a Certificate of Merit from the department's Just Desserts celebration May 2.

Professor Bill Greer, who plans to retire in 2008 after 20-plus years at the UA, accepts a gift certificate from student Valarie Potell at the department's Just Desserts celebration May 2.