The Politics of News
To get the most out of our news diet in America, it is important to understand the industry that shapes the political coverage we consume. This lecture will discuss the historical underpinnings that have created the current media environment in the U.S. and explain why political news is reported in specific formats. Attendees will get a crash course in media literacy that will give them the tools to organize the plethora of political information that overwhelms the public during election season.
Keith Zukas, associate professor, Communication
Wednesday, October 17
Lectures are open to the public and held at 2 p.m. in the Gathering Room at Cedar Crest, 1702 South River Road in Janesville. Free parking is available and registration is not required. Updates will be posted on facebook, along with live streaming, when available. Contact Kari Borne at bornek@uww.edu or 262-472-1003 for further information or to request accommodations.
