Tag archive for ‘journalism’
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Another brick out of the wall: Evolving journalism ethics
Technology and the down economy have created a tumultuous time for ethical issues in the media industry. But it has also created a time of experimentation, out of which websites such as Bakersfield Express have been born. Join BE editor Jennifer Baldwin and other local news experts for a panel discussion on “The Future of Journalism Ethics” at 7 p.m., May 19, at CSUB.
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Media should have reported Ashburn’s orientation sooner
While it’s not the media’s responsibility to out people, Sen. Roy Ashburn’s anti-gay stance was reason enough for journalists to investigate rumors of his homosexuality, writes Christopher Meyers, director of the Kegley Institute of Ethics at CSUB.
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In digital age, journalism ethics are more vital than ever
Philosophy professor and director of the Kegley Institute of Ethics at CSUB, Christopher Meyers has published a new book by leading scholars. “Journalism Ethics, a Philosopher’s Approach” tackles ethics as traditional media meets new media online through blogs, celebrity news, and just plain “crud.”
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New TV series will spotlight Central Valley issues
Beginning this Friday, Feb. 5, a weekly half-hour show, “GREAT VALLEY,” will explore solutions to the economic, social and environmental challenges facing the Central Valley. The show is a joint project of the Great Valley Center and KVPT-Valley Public Television.
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One man loses, another gains religion through reporting
Former Bakersfield Californian religion reporter Louis Medina shares his insights on a visit this week by another former religion reporter, William Lobdell, author of “Losing My Religion: How I Lost My Faith Reporting on Religion in America — and Found Unexpected Peace.” Read how Medina experienced the opposite in Bakersfield — he found more of God.
