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Code^Shift Newsletter Spring 2025, Srividya Ramasubramanian, Manaswini Pillai
Code^Shift Newsletter Spring 2025, Srividya Ramasubramanian, Manaswini Pillai
CODE^SHIFT Research
No abstract provided.
Attitudes Towards Political Censorship In Eastern And Western Germany, Brandon Pionk
Attitudes Towards Political Censorship In Eastern And Western Germany, Brandon Pionk
Political Science Theses and Capstones
Recently there has been a lot of coverage on political censorship in Germany. Censorship has an important role in Germany due to WWII. In Germany support for freedom of the press has been declining in recent years. Right leaning political parties are emerging which has caused opposition parties to try and ban them. I analyze data in this study from the Leibniz Institute for the Social Sciences (GESIS). I analyze different political culture variables in western and eastern Germany for their impact on views on censorship. I incorporate multiple variables including education, gender, age, political affiliation, and living location. Early …
State Of Women In The Media: A Look At Kenya, Tanzania, And Uganda - Policy Brief 2025, Hesbon Owilla, Nancy Achieng' Booker, George Nyabuga, Shitemi Khamadi, Alykhan Peermohamed, Clare Mogere, Pauline Muriuki
State Of Women In The Media: A Look At Kenya, Tanzania, And Uganda - Policy Brief 2025, Hesbon Owilla, Nancy Achieng' Booker, George Nyabuga, Shitemi Khamadi, Alykhan Peermohamed, Clare Mogere, Pauline Muriuki
Graduate School of Media and Communications
In 2023, Aga Khan University’s Graduate School of Media and Communications (AKU-GSMC) undertook a study examining the representation of women in East African news media organisations with a focus on the coverage and portrayal of women in prominent newspapers, television, and digital news platforms across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. The study specifically sought to assess gender representation within the media workforce, the distribution of leadership roles and responsibilities in media companies, and the way women are covered and portrayed in the media. Using content analysis, the study reveals that women are frequently underreported in news stories and disproportionately portrayed in …
The "Green Gals" Podcast And Website, Courtney Perkins
The "Green Gals" Podcast And Website, Courtney Perkins
College of Journalism and Mass Communications: Professional Projects
This is a series of three podcast episodes under the series name "Green Gals" with a companion website of the same name. Each episode focuses on a different aspect of sustainable living with the goal of providing valuable tools, tips and information that everyday people can use to integrate sustainability into their everyday lives. The episodes ("Reduce, Reuse... Recycle?"; "Food Waste" and "Composting 101") are hosted by myself and a co-host, discussing the topic along with pre-recorded interviews which I conducted with experts in the field. The material is presented in a casual, engaging manner, employing music intros, transitions and …
Who Has The Leash On The Watchdogs? An Analysis Of Public Records Laws In The State Of Nebraska, Madelyn Ames
Who Has The Leash On The Watchdogs? An Analysis Of Public Records Laws In The State Of Nebraska, Madelyn Ames
Honors Program: Senior Projects (Public)
In this research paper, I examined the effectiveness and history of public records laws in Nebraska. The focus is on how these laws provide government transparency and accountability. This is done by looking at the historical context, doing a comparative analysis to another state and looking at recent events. Nebraska appears to do well in comparison to other states for complying with public records requests but there is room to grow. In this paper, I argue that there is more work to be done regarding the public's right to know. Based on my case studies regarding two public records request …
The Current - Volume 35 Issue 11, Nova Southeastern University
The Current - Volume 35 Issue 11, Nova Southeastern University
Student Newspapers
No abstract provided.
The Current - Volume 35 Issue 10, Nova Southeastern University
The Current - Volume 35 Issue 10, Nova Southeastern University
Student Newspapers
No abstract provided.
The Current - Volume 35 Issue 9, Nova Southeastern University
The Current - Volume 35 Issue 9, Nova Southeastern University
Student Newspapers
No abstract provided.
The Shift To Visual News Consumption: Exploring Egyptian Users' Motivations, Behaviors, And Perceptions Of News Values, Credibility, And Recognition On Instagram As A News Source., Hussein Battah
Theses and Dissertations
With the evolution of visual social media such as Instagram, news consumption and dissemination became different, focusing on Visual and Graphic content. With the current political and social-economic challenges in Egypt and the Region, such as The war in Gaza and the Egyptian economic crisis, the need for simple and immediate news updates became essential. Instagram has now satisfied that need among various users, specifically youth. This paper explores how consuming news over "Instagram" has influenced Egyptian users' perception of News Values and their definition of what to consider news. The paper also studies how several sources on Instagram have …
The Current - Volume 35 Issue 8, Nova Southeastern University
The Current - Volume 35 Issue 8, Nova Southeastern University
Student Newspapers
No abstract provided.
The Current - Volume 35 Issue 7, Nova Southeastern University
The Current - Volume 35 Issue 7, Nova Southeastern University
Student Newspapers
No abstract provided.
Ua68/6 Newsletter, Wku Gender & Women's Studies
Ua68/6 Newsletter, Wku Gender & Women's Studies
WKU Administration Documents
Newsletter created by and about the WKU Gender & Women's Studies program.
Evaluating The Extent And Role Of Youth Engagement With Community Development Programs Broadcast On Television In Uganda: A Case Study Of Bukedde Tv’S Pakasa, Sentongo Frank
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
This study investigated the extent and role of youth engagement with community development programs broadcast on television in Uganda focusing on Bukedde TV’s Pakasa program. The research evaluated the program’s content, its effectiveness in raising youth awareness of development initiatives and the different factors influencing youth participation in these programs. A qualitative approach was adopted consisting of in-depth interviews with Bukedde TV staff (manager, producer and presenter) and two program implementers (PDM and Emyooga focal persons) as well as focus group discussions with youth beneficiaries of the Parish Development Model (PDM) and Emyooga initiatives in Nangabo Sub- County, Wakiso District. …
Examining Use Of Data Journalism In Newspaper Coverage Of Health In Kenya: A Case Of Nationwide Cervical Cancer Vaccination., Robert Breen Laban
Examining Use Of Data Journalism In Newspaper Coverage Of Health In Kenya: A Case Of Nationwide Cervical Cancer Vaccination., Robert Breen Laban
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
Kenyan newsrooms increasingly employ visuals to break down complex numbers and stories into lasting mental images to elicit action for impact. The objectives of this study were: to assess how newspaper journalists in Kenya applied data journalism in coverage of cervical cancer vaccination; to determine factors driving application of data in coverage of health in Kenya, focusing on cervical cancer (human papilloma virus -HPV) vaccination and to determine the gaps, challenges and opportunities in using visuals in complementing multimedia reporting in the digital era. The study was based on agenda setting and framing theories. The approaches were qualitative and quantitative, …
An Analysis Of Data Journalism In Kenyan Newsrooms During Kenya’S 2022 General Elections, Poshia Syindu Musesya
An Analysis Of Data Journalism In Kenyan Newsrooms During Kenya’S 2022 General Elections, Poshia Syindu Musesya
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
Data journalism allows journalists to present balanced, accurate, and relevant news, thereby greatly improving the quality and credibility of the news. Data in this context refers to facts, statistics, or pieces of information and journalism refers to the occupation of reporting, writing, editing, photographing, broadcasting news, or operating a news organization. This thesis uses a mixed-method approach to assess the use of data journalism in the 2022 Kenyan general election across three media houses, namely: the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), Nation Media Group (NMG), and Royal Media Services (RMS). The approach used combines qualitative and quantitative methods to address research …
A Comparative Content Analysis Of The Standard, Nation And People Daily Newspapers In The Coverage Of Covid-19 Pandemic In Kenya, Sarah Kamande
A Comparative Content Analysis Of The Standard, Nation And People Daily Newspapers In The Coverage Of Covid-19 Pandemic In Kenya, Sarah Kamande
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
When the first cases of coronavirus infection emerged in Kenya, the focus of print media moved to cover COVID-19 pandemic stories. This study aimed to analyze how the print media framed the stories for the first 30 days since the discovery of patient zero. The study analyzed 3 dailies; The Standard, Nation and The People Daily. The study adopted the framing, priming and the agenda setting theories. This study employed a descriptive survey design using a quantitative research method. The population of the study was the 3 newspapers. Target population was The Standard ,The Nation and The People Daily newspapers. …
The Adoption Of Ai In Zimbabwe’S Newsrooms: A Case Of Zimpapers And Alpha Media Holdings, Muchemwa Silence Mugadzaweta
The Adoption Of Ai In Zimbabwe’S Newsrooms: A Case Of Zimpapers And Alpha Media Holdings, Muchemwa Silence Mugadzaweta
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has changed the face of journalism in many ways. Newsrooms across the world are deploying AI in various aspects of news gathering distribution and creation. Many newsrooms are also at different stages when it comes to AI adoption. The general objective of this study was to examine the adoption of AI in two media houses in Zimbabwe: Zimpapers and Alpha Media Holdings (AMH), from newsroom operations and insights from journalists and editors to understand their perception and views on the future of journalism in the wake of AI technologies as well as documenting the status thereof. This …
Analysing Government Communication Strategies In Combating Information Disorder On Social Media: A Study Of Uganda’S Tax Monitoring System, Simon Tumwine Mugisha
Analysing Government Communication Strategies In Combating Information Disorder On Social Media: A Study Of Uganda’S Tax Monitoring System, Simon Tumwine Mugisha
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
This research provides an analysis of the communication strategies that government communicators are utilising in a bid to counter wrong narratives on the Ugandan social media space, using the Situational Crisis Communication Theory (SCCT). The study focuses on the nature of information disorder that revolved around the Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing Solution (EFRIS), introduced in January 2021 by Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) and how it was stemmed. Through extensive content analysis of social media posts on X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook, 2 Key Informant interviews (KIIs) with key URA officials and 2 two In-depth interviews (IDIs) with tax and …
Nmg’S Post- Covid Monetization Efforts: The Case Of Nation Africa, Veronica Wanjiru Kiarie
Nmg’S Post- Covid Monetization Efforts: The Case Of Nation Africa, Veronica Wanjiru Kiarie
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
Revenue sources for traditional media houses have been decreasing and media houses need to be able to find alternative ways to increase revenue. The Kenyan media industry is struggling to generate revenue due to shifts in business models where advertisers are targeting potential customers directly instead of using traditional media. This study adopted a qualitative research approach and utilized a case study research design to fulfil its research objectives: (i) To identify key factors influencing successful monetization on NMG’s platform. (ii) To analyze the successes and failures of NMG monetization strategies during the past five years, and (iii) To develop …
The Rise Of Influencer Marketing And Its Implications On Kenyan Legacy Media Houses' Revenues, Stephen Onjwaya Mbego
The Rise Of Influencer Marketing And Its Implications On Kenyan Legacy Media Houses' Revenues, Stephen Onjwaya Mbego
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
The growth of social media influencers popularity has substantially disrupted traditional media and advertising landscapes, redefining audience engagement, brand marketing strategies, and revenue streams for legacy media houses. This study investigates the implications of influencer marketing on Kenyan legacy media, exploring shifts in audience preferences, financial impacts, and factors influencing advertisers toward influencer marketing. Building on the disruptive innovation theory and qualitative data from interviews with media professionals, influencers, advertisers, and audiences, the study reveals a fundamental shift in content consumption and advertising dynamics. Findings show that social media influencers thrive in direct audience engagement, authenticity, and niche targeting, catering …
Individual Determinants Of Premium Content Subscription Decisions In Kenya: A Case Of Nation Media Group, Lisa Wagethi Kamau
Individual Determinants Of Premium Content Subscription Decisions In Kenya: A Case Of Nation Media Group, Lisa Wagethi Kamau
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
The transformation in the media industry from traditional platforms of TV, radio and print to digital media platforms had necessitated a shift in business models. Traditionally, media organizations depended on circulation and advertising to generate revenues and fund their journalism, however, the revenues from these models have been dwindling, leading to massive layoffs and company closures. Many media organizations are now adopting the subscription model as a possible revenue earner, but this move has been difficult to implement. The main challenge facing the news subscription business model is that audiences have become used to free news content on the internet …
An Analysis Of The Star Newspaper Online Subscribers’ Willingness To Pay For Content, Lordrick Oswald Mayabi
An Analysis Of The Star Newspaper Online Subscribers’ Willingness To Pay For Content, Lordrick Oswald Mayabi
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
Newspaper publishers in Kenya continue to amass and grow numbers of online consumers having migrated to social media in the wake of the digital disruption. Despite the huge following online, newspapers continue to give out most of their content for free. But with the continued loss of advertising and sales revenue for the newspapers, some have started to seek ways of supplementing the lost revenue through charges on some of the content on their platforms. The objectives of this study were a) To analyse and understand The Star Newspapers online consumers, b) To establish the pay structure that is most …
The Influence Of Artificial Intelligence On Journalism: Exploring Ethical Considerations For Kenyan Newsrooms, Manny Grace Anyango
The Influence Of Artificial Intelligence On Journalism: Exploring Ethical Considerations For Kenyan Newsrooms, Manny Grace Anyango
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
The 21st century is defined by rapid technological advancements, among which artificial intelligence (AI) stands as a transformative force. AI's integration into journalism has redefined traditional workflows, offering unprecedented automation, efficiency, and audience engagement opportunities. However, these advancements raise significant ethical concerns, including biases, transparency, accountability, and privacy. This study examines AI's integration into journalism, focusing on Kenyan newsrooms Tuko News, Nation Media Group, and BBC to explore its impact on journalistic practices and ethics. Employing a qualitative approach, the research captures insights from journalists, editors, and technical staff, examining the specific AI tools in use, their impact, ethical challenges, …
The Uptake Of Digital Communication Tools In Corporate Communications Functions At Safaricom Plc, Melline Norleah Myendo
The Uptake Of Digital Communication Tools In Corporate Communications Functions At Safaricom Plc, Melline Norleah Myendo
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
Digital communication tools have revolutionized corporate communications. These digital communication tools have come to enhance communication efficiency, but the reality for corporates in Kenya reveals a complex web of challenges not just in uptake but also in how these tools have made corporates leverage the digital platform to tell their own stories without the gatekeeping rigors of legacy media. The primary objective of this study was to explore how corporate communication functions have optimized the uptake of digital communication tools. The specific objectives of the study were to explore the uptake of digital communication tools in corporate organisations’ marketing communications, …
Navigating Media Freedom Amidst Safety Concerns On Digital Platforms: An Analysis Of The Experiences Of New Vision Journalists In Uganda, Namirimu Esther Robinah
Navigating Media Freedom Amidst Safety Concerns On Digital Platforms: An Analysis Of The Experiences Of New Vision Journalists In Uganda, Namirimu Esther Robinah
Master of Arts in Digital Journalism
This study examined the interplay between media freedom and journalists’ safety on digital platforms in Uganda, mainly focusing on Vision Group Media between 2019 and 2024. It explored the compounded challenges faced by journalists on their digital platforms, including physical assaults, legal harassment, cyber threats and psychological intimidation, within a restrictive media environment exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2021 elections that exposed these journalists to digital threats. The study was mainly based on the New Media Theory, which enabled a more transparent analysis of the risks faced by journalists and in order to understand digital journalists’ perspectives thoroughly, …
Critical Environmental Communication Framework, Shumaila J. Bhatti, Srivi Ramasubramanian, Andrea Feldpausch-Parker, Bruno Takahashi, Silje Kristiansen
Critical Environmental Communication Framework, Shumaila J. Bhatti, Srivi Ramasubramanian, Andrea Feldpausch-Parker, Bruno Takahashi, Silje Kristiansen
Media Studies - All Scholarship
This study develops a Critical Environmental Communication (CEC) framework to assess the landscape of Environmental Communication research and to what extent and in which ways critical and justice-oriented perspectives are included. The CEC framework consists of four interconnected themes: (a) Marginalized Ecocultural Identities, (b) Context and Scale, (c) Power and Agency, and (d) Justice, Equity, Diversity, Access, and Inclusion (JEDAI). Using this framework in a bibliometric analysis examining 1,297 Environmental Communication publications, we assess the occurrence of these themes in the scholarship. Our analysis found that Marginalized Ecocultural Identities, and Context and Scale were most frequently occurring, while Power and …
Re-Centering Relation In Media Literacy Practice, Paul Mihalidis, Bobbie Foster, Shannon Burth, Srivi Ramasubramanian, Melissa Tully, Patrick R. Johnson
Re-Centering Relation In Media Literacy Practice, Paul Mihalidis, Bobbie Foster, Shannon Burth, Srivi Ramasubramanian, Melissa Tully, Patrick R. Johnson
Media Studies - All Scholarship
As calls for media literacy in formal and informal learning spaces continue to grow, educators’ understanding of media literacies and their purposes remains complex. In 2021, the authors of this paper led a multi-methods research project on media literacy education in the United States, focusing on impact and equity. Findings showed that educators share a commitment to equity and justice but are unclear on how to incorporate them into their work. In response, our research team developed a field guide that maps out equitable media literacy practices for classrooms and communities. In this study, we detail the findings from 11 …
The Work Of An Hour: A Case Study Of Propaganda, Michael F. Russo
The Work Of An Hour: A Case Study Of Propaganda, Michael F. Russo
Faculty Publications
This research paper discusses the messaging of United States President George W. Bush and his administration regarding the U.S. led invasion of Iraq. Transcripts of presidential communications, national news programs, and public opinion polls from 2001-03 were analyzed to identify patterns in these communications. This review demonstrated techniques similar to those used in historical propaganda campaigns to sway public opinion. The introduction and repetition of key terminology from the government was followed by magnification by television news programs. These messages were broadcast despite lack of evidence of Iraq’s involvement with the 9/11 attacks or their possession of weapons of mass …
Zippymania: A Multimedia Record Of The 2024-25 Akron Zips Men's Basketball Team, Drew Bailey
Zippymania: A Multimedia Record Of The 2024-25 Akron Zips Men's Basketball Team, Drew Bailey
Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects
This project will involve the production, promotion, and distribution of a weekly 30-minute live radio show focusing on the Akron Zips men's basketball team. After the airing of each show, the recorded episode will be published as a podcast. Additionally, a weekly column or sports blog (written by myself) will be published and serve as a companion work or supplement to the radio program.
Sexual And Gender-Based Violence Against Women In Sports: Prevalence, Impact, And Interventions In East Africa, Hesbon Hansen Owilla, Nancy Achieng' Booker, George Nyabuga, Tulinagwe Mwampanga, Samantha Agasha, Liz Awino, Ella Smith
Sexual And Gender-Based Violence Against Women In Sports: Prevalence, Impact, And Interventions In East Africa, Hesbon Hansen Owilla, Nancy Achieng' Booker, George Nyabuga, Tulinagwe Mwampanga, Samantha Agasha, Liz Awino, Ella Smith
Graduate School of Media and Communications
This study investigated the prevalence, causes, and impact of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) against women in sports across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the study combined quantitative surveys with qualitative interviews to explore the scale of SGBV, its root causes, and the lived experiences of female athletes. A cross-sectional descriptive design was adopted, with data collected from athletes, coaches, administrators, and sports officials from federations and associations in the three countries. Stratified and purposive sampling techniques at the federations, clubs and within the clubs was used and this ensured representation at multiple levels of the sports …