Cal Butcher

Cal Butcher serves as the Director of Media Crossroads and Sports Media Liaison between J-School and KU Athletics at the University of Kansas School of Journalism. With a focus on effective communication and storytelling, he bridges academic training with real-world journalistic practice.

• Education: B.A. in English (University of Southern Colorado), M.S. in Journalism (University of Kansas)

His expertise spans sports media, social media strategy, and communication education, informed by roles as a teacher, coach, and public address announcer at events like the Colorado High School State Championships and Kansas Relays. Butcher integrates his travel experiences and observational insights into classroom instruction, emphasizing preparation and audience engagement.