Author Archives: Anderson R Ashbaugh

Comm 409 had a particular impact on my academic career that was far more prevalent than most of the other courses I have taken over the past four years at Penn State. This isn’t to say I did not appreciate … Continue reading →

In May of 1991, news publications all across the country were challenged with the publication of the graphic content of the year’s Pulitzer Prize-winning photos. Consisting of six shots captured by freelance photographer, Gregory Marinovich, the still clips displayed a … Continue reading →

According to the SPJ Code of Ethics, it is a journalist’s duty to; seek the truth and report it, minimize harm, act independently and be both accountable and transparent. On Wednesday October 28th, Pulitzer Prize winner Carol Leonnig exemplified her … Continue reading →

The movie, Shattered Glass, depicts the fallacious rise of New Republic journalist Stephan Glass and the fabricated chronicles that led him to his demise. The movie demonstrates the ethical issue of fabrication, bringing to light the seriousness of the offense … Continue reading →

I believe in the power of Rap music. At times, the waves of the world seemed too great. I was so young, and though I wish I could go back and tell myself that everything was going to be okay, … Continue reading →