Journalism – Journalism, Technology & Democracy

The scholars visited the CN studio on their very first day at ASU, and swarmed the set

Five Facts about the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication

For almost a month now, SUSI scholars from 18 countries have been meeting within the walls of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, one of the country’s leading educational institutions in the field. In this post I share what I…

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Shining a Light: The Power and Necessity of Investigative Journalism

“There is a folk law that crooks say to themselves: don’t kill a policeman or a journalist. That would only, as American reporters put it, ‘bring too much heat?”— Hugo de Burgh, Investigative Journalism The Killing of Don Bolles On a…

This cohort's motto is "Never miss an opportunity for a group photo"

Reshaping Communication in the Digital Age

On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, I attended several workshops and sessions as part of our SUSI Scholars program that focused on providing insights into narrative & strategic communication, generative AI & the role of journalism. Ultimately, I was left with…

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Defending Democracy Through Journalism and Justice

All eyes are on Phoenix. This unique city represents the idiosyncrasies of Arizona and at the same time embodies what the future may look like for the entire United States. Despite rising temperatures, Phoenix has captured the hearts of the…

The scholars and Retha Hill in the audio studio

United by a shared passion for journalism – Inform, Inspire and Engage (IIE)

The SUSI Scholar 2024 program is an intensive learning experience. It goes far beyond traditional academic boundaries. The program delves into a diverse array of topics designed to inform, inspire and engage. Hosted by the prestigious Cronkite school of Journalism and Mass Communication…

The scholars pose for a group photo in front of the 4th floor mural, under a sign reading "We are #CronkiteNation"

On Localized Initiatives and Shared Experiences

From media literacy, para-social relationships with personalities, and generative AI, to community journalism, the conversations with Dr. Kristy Roschke, Director of the Cronkite School’s News Co/Lab, became an invitation for SUSI scholars to engage in a collaborative discourse on media…

The front façade of the Footprint Center in downtown Phoenix on a sunny day

NOT JUST A FAD: How Cronkite’s innovation keeps sports journalism alive and kicking

As we set foot into the majestic Footprint Center, home to the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury, the sheer grandeur of the arena was undeniable. Named after its sponsor, Footprint, an environmental-based tech company dedicated to eliminating single-use plastics, the arena…

The scholars (with bus driver Ronnie in the foreground) pose around the stone sign marking Grand Canyon National Park

Road Trip Musings

Yesterday marked the end of the first week for the Study of the United States Institute (SUSI) 2024 Scholars and it was such a delight for those of us at the Arizona State University’s (ASU) Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and…

The Cronkite News studio during a newscast, with student anchors at the desk and another student operating the camera in the foreground

Defying news deserts from within the Sonoran desert

Innovation is key; journalism is not dead. The crisis of America’s “news deserts” (counties that have 0 local newspapers or digital sites) resonated with me strongly when I first heard the concept. Out of curiosity I jumped onto Northwestern University…

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