The Edward R. Murrow Lifetime Achievement Award
Edward R. Murrow Award honorees have a demonstrated commitment to excellence that exemplifies the career of Edward R. Murrow. The men and women who are named as Murrow Award winners are those who will be remembered as the pillars of the communication industry.
Since the 1990s, the Murrow School has honored the achievements of top leaders in the communication industry at the symposium. Each year’s honoree presents a public address on campus to highlight the symposium.
Murrow Lifetime Achievement Honoree
Harry Smith
The Edward R. Murrow College of Communication is honored to announce Harry Smith, the award-winning television journalist, as the recipient of the Murrow Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism at the 49th Murrow Symposium, where he will also deliver the keynote address on April 2, 2025.
With a career spanning over four decades, Smith has become one of the most respected figures in broadcast journalism. He has reported for CBS News, NBC News, and MSNBC, covering a wide range of topics from major historical events to compelling human interest stories. Known for his deep empathy, storytelling, and integrity, Smith has received numerous accolades, including multiple Emmys and Edward R. Murrow Awards. His dedication to the craft of journalism and his commitment to uncovering the human side of the news have left an indelible mark on the field.
