Investigating the Political Effects of Journalism at Northwestern University
Session Number
1
Advisor(s)
Mr. Christopher Benson
Location
IN2 Learning Lab
Discipline
Business
Start Date
15-4-2026 10:15 AM
End Date
15-4-2026 11:00 AM
Abstract
The Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University focuses on modern journalism education through the lens of ethics, law, policy, and politics. Students study a variety of media forms, including print and broadcast journalism. Over the course of six months, Dr. Benson and other members of the Medill faculty provided opportunities to participate in graduate and undergraduate-level courses such as Media Law & Ethics, Foundations of Interactive Journalism, and Documentary Media. The primary impact of this project was working closely with Medill faculty to gain experience on how journalism impacts democracy and civil rights movements. Through shadowing classes, investigating court cases, and observing current news as a group, this project explored connections between the founding principles of the American Constitution and the press’s role in shaping political discourse, public education, and the accessibility of information.
Investigating the Political Effects of Journalism at Northwestern University
IN2 Learning Lab
The Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University focuses on modern journalism education through the lens of ethics, law, policy, and politics. Students study a variety of media forms, including print and broadcast journalism. Over the course of six months, Dr. Benson and other members of the Medill faculty provided opportunities to participate in graduate and undergraduate-level courses such as Media Law & Ethics, Foundations of Interactive Journalism, and Documentary Media. The primary impact of this project was working closely with Medill faculty to gain experience on how journalism impacts democracy and civil rights movements. Through shadowing classes, investigating court cases, and observing current news as a group, this project explored connections between the founding principles of the American Constitution and the press’s role in shaping political discourse, public education, and the accessibility of information.