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Blog 5 – Reflections on This Course by Annie Cavrich

Introduction: Like many other people in the class I was skeptical about taking COMM 409 this semester. I assumed that I already knew everything that I could possibly need to know about the ethics of journalism because I assumed everything … Continue reading

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Blog 4 – CNN Case Study by Annie Cavrich

“CNN Reporters Must Resign After Fabricated News Story” Situation Definition: In June, three CNN journalists turned in their resignations for their part in a fabricated story. Thomas Frank, the author, Eric Lichtblau, an assistant managing editor in CNN’s Washington bureau, … Continue reading

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Blog 3 – Ethical Lessons from the Foster-Forman Lectures by Annie Cavrich

“A Columnist’s Ethical Dilemmas” Situation Definition: One of the scariest things that Lisa Falkenberg has ever done is accept a job as a columnist. As part of the Foster-Foreman lecture series, Falkenberg spoke about how she never originally wanted to … Continue reading

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Blog 2 – “Shattered Glass” by Annie Cavrich

Liars Always Lie             Steven Glass, a young new journalist, made a name for himself by writing colorful and intriguing stories for The New Republic. When working in journalism, the job is to serve the needs of others instead of … Continue reading

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Blog 1 – This I Believe… by Annie Cavrich

I heard the cheers erupting around me as I scored the final point to beat our biggest rival, Mt. Lebanon, in my final 8th grade volleyball match of the season. I had a huge smile on my face as I … Continue reading

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