Newsroom-Classroom Hybrids at Universities: Student Labor and the Journalism Crisis

This book explores the success of U.S. nonprofit university centers, where students work alongside investigative reporters, from a professional and educational perspective. It examines the newsroom role and classroom role of university nonprofits, finding that it is an oversimplification to describe it as a win-win situation. It offers an in-depth analysis of the characteristics, challenges, and benefits of different forms of journalistic cooperation.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 198 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the remarkable success of U.S. nonprofit university centers, where students embark on a unique learning journey alongside seasoned investigative reporters. From a professional and educational standpoint, the author conducts a thorough investigation into four of the most prominent and renowned centers in the country: the IRP Berkeley (UC Berkeley), the Stabile Center (Columbia University), the Workshop (American University), and the New England CIR (Boston University). The central focus of the book lies in examining the multifaceted roles played by these university nonprofits in the newsroom and the classroom. While initially portraying a win-win scenario, where overstretched newsrooms gain valuable resources, and students have the opportunity to learn from the finest, the author recognizes that this description oversimplifies the complex dynamics at play. Consequently, the author delves into the realm of learning outcomes, student experiences, financial benefits, and the quality of the student output generated through these cooperative endeavors.

In-depth analysis is conducted to explore the distinctive characteristics, challenges, and benefits associated with various forms of journalistic cooperation. This book serves as a valuable resource for scholars, students, and practitioners of journalism, journalism education, and media practice, offering insightful perspectives and valuable insights into the world of nonprofit university centers and their profound impact on journalism education.

Weight: 390g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367517564