Author Archives: Erin

Through Dr. Z’s news media ethics course, I have gained many insights on how journalists should handle certain situations, and how our actions can bring certain consequences. Although there were many significant ethical lessons I’ve learned throughout the semester, conflict … Continue reading →

On April 9, 2017, United Airlines wanted to bump four passengers on United Express Flight 3411 to make room for four United employees. The airline initially offered a compensation of $400 in flight vouchers then to $1,000, but no one … Continue reading →

Kristen Houser’s lecture on rape crisis training was insightful and awakening. Stories about sexual harassment, misconduct and assaults have been dominating headlines ever since. When words and phrases used to report about these issues mention consensual sex or shift the … Continue reading →

Steve Glass is portrayed as the protagonist at the beginning in Shattered Glass. He is a confident, bright man and seems to be radiating success. However, as we observe further into his story, we see that he is a pathological … Continue reading →

I believe in the importance of self-love. I can’t say there was one life-changing incident that made me have this value. Loving myself took practice, realization, and failure. It took 20 years to acknowledge this principle, and I am still … Continue reading →