After a two-year pilot phase, BC’s six-course journalism minor became an official program this academic year.
Opinions, Column
The Truth Still Matters in Journalism
In the first week of this semester, I had a perplexing conversation with one of…
News, On Campus
Sennott Speaks on Current State of Journalism
“The truth is now under attack,” said Charles Sennott, an award winning journalist and author. Right now, and forever more, we need to work a lot harder to be sure we do our jobs. We have to do better. Journalism has failed us. We have to do better.”
Features
A Language Worth Speaking: Bodetti and Politics of the Middle East
Though he never planned on working in journalism, that’s where Bodetti’s interest in the Middle East led him. Where that interest will take him next is unknown, but soon to be revealed come graduation in May.
News, Academics, Featured Story
Journalism Minor Unveiled, Application Open for Prospective Students
The idea behind the minor was to combine a liberal arts education of Boston College with the global perspective that journalism entails.
News, On Campus, Featured Story
Andersen Discusses Evolution of Fake News in Post-Truth America
“This is American exceptionalism in the 21st century,” Andersen said. “Our drift toward … doing our own thing, and having an altogether uncertain grip on reality has overwhelmed our other exceptional national traits and turned us into a less-developed country as well.”
News, On Campus
LeBeau Reflects on Reporting in Era of ‘Fake News’
Donald Trump’s constant use of the term “fake news” to describe the work of career journalists has deeply insulted and alienated many in the industry, according to Lebeau.
News, On Campus
Murphy And Elie Tackle The Art Of Editing And The Life Of A Journalist
Editor-at-large for Vanity Fair Cullen Murphy, writer Paul Elie and BC English professor James T. Lester held a panel on Thursday night to discuss their career paths as editors at major publications.
On Campus
Journalist Shares Stories Of Reporting In Unsafe Conditions
Lara Logan, a 60 Minutes correspondent, shared her experiences reporting in dangerous areas, including when she was sexually assaulted during protests in Egypt.
News, On Campus
Panel Considers Role Of Journalism In 21st Century
A panel discusses the state of journalism and the changing role of the ‘Newsworthy’ in contemporary society.
