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Perspectives Of Print Media In Samoa: Considering Varying Viewpoints On Its Role In Society, Grace Elkus
Perspectives Of Print Media In Samoa: Considering Varying Viewpoints On Its Role In Society, Grace Elkus
Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection
This research investigates the role of the print media in Samoa by identifying several elements that affect peoples’ perception of the industry. The paper examines how the changes in Samoa’s society have influenced the industry, evaluates the impact of culture and considers the issue of press freedom. It looks into the need for stronger investigative reporting and the lack of enthusiasm in young people to pursue journalism as a profession. It concludes by providing insight into the future of print media in Samoa. The research draws upon personal interviews as well as print and online secondary sources. Surveys were also …
Linkedin To Facebook And Twitter: The Role Of Social Media In Developing Community For Non-Profits, Elizabeth Weaver
Linkedin To Facebook And Twitter: The Role Of Social Media In Developing Community For Non-Profits, Elizabeth Weaver
Capstone Collection
Social Media technology is providing nonprofits with a new platform for connecting to the masses. Most nonprofits are using these platforms to spread their message, fundraise and gain notoriety, but few are utilizing such sites for community building purposes. Online community building-especially on Facebook and Twitter-is an emerging concept with little existing literature and research available. Exploration in this field provides valuable information to nonprofits on effective ways to develop their accounts in a way that fosters an interactive and engaged community of participants. The question directing this study is: How can nonprofits create, build, and develop a community, online …
A Radio Report On Morocco’S Rentier Economy And Democracy, Veronica Seltzer
A Radio Report On Morocco’S Rentier Economy And Democracy, Veronica Seltzer
Morocco: Field Studies in Journalism and New Media
Morocco seems different from other Arab Spring countries. There’s been no revolution here and, while some people are protesting for more democracy, a lot more seem to dream of something else -- the chance to persuade the King to give them a business. In fact, the King – who is the ultimate authority in Morocco -- has given businesses as gifts to thousands of Moroccans and many more are hoping in this country where fifteen percent of people are unemployed. Veronica Jean Seltzer reports from Morocco’s capital, Rabat:
Revolutionary Ideology In The Information Age: Technology Of The Occupy Wall Street Movement, Jed D. Blume
Revolutionary Ideology In The Information Age: Technology Of The Occupy Wall Street Movement, Jed D. Blume
Capstone Collection
The research presented in this project draws heavily on themes of social justice and human rights. The purpose of this inquiry is twofold. For one, it functions as an SIT Graduate Institute “Capstone,” which meets the graduation requirements for a Master’s degree from the school. Secondly, the function of this project is to provide a space to investigate how the theory and practice of contemporary social change utilizes today’s most powerful non-militaristic technology. The focus of my research is particularly concerned with my own participant observation in the Occupy Wall Street movement, which emerged in the United States in late …