After another semester of classes, it is hard to believe another term has come to an end. Where does the time go? (I would appreciate having some of it back!) Throughout the term in our JN 101 course, we have been exposed to a variety of issues, debates and topics. All have been insightful, meaningful and useful. But I believe the topic I have taken the greatest interest is in regards to what is happening to journalism today.
In the present day, some critics say that students are not taking a stand and taking the easy way out. But after reviewing the youtube clip from the student protest and rally at Berkeley, I beg to differ. This video displays the passion, dedication and drive which students have for their education. They are focused, determined and refuse to let finances be the only factor which stands in their way. I view this similar to the journalists of today. Despite arguments regarding whether or not traditional news outlets can survive, we need to realize that they HAVE survived. Yes, perhaps subscription of newspapers and magazines have decreased over the years. But, the fact remains that citizens still want to remain informed and have the media resources available to them. It is unfortunate that issues such as profit orientation is leading to less credibility; this should not be the case. Citizens have become more vocal in their views and opinions, which has influenced the broadcasts but also brought about a new point of view. Citizen journalism may be on the rise, but at the end of the day, journalists are still needed and always will be.
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