The changing nature of media and journalism has heightened the importance of quality journalism education and the hands-on experience that students gain while working at campus newspapers. To better understand what skills journalism students are developing, this study involved a content analysis of six of the nation’s top student newspapers and a survey of student newspaper staff members across the country. Results demonstrate that student journalists cover certain topics frequently, neglect other topics, and use limited sources.
Key words: Journalism Education, Higher Education, Student Newspapers
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