Author: Notably Naeilah

One of the biggest debates has been is the development of technology affecting journalism, in terms of old media versus new media?

This development has enhanced the experience of receiving news. Today’s media is so diverse in its audience; therefore, different media publications are needed. Due to its diversity, companies have to create their perfect niche. The demographic they are targeting has to connect with the content they are putting out. In doing so, they are establishing a place where ongoing conversations can occur that involve the audience.

The JMS 220 class I am enrolled in had the privilege of having Jerry McCormick come in and inform us about the different aspects of journalism. McCormick gave us insight on the things we need to keep in mind in jump starting our careers.

He emphasized on the importance of creating good relationships with peers and getting involved as much as possible. McCormick believes that the world works in mysterious ways and one day the person that you were once sitting next to in college can have the opportunity to give you the job you have been dreaming of. I am a firm believer that connections will get you farther in life than anything else. Connections give you the ability to get to places that may not have been as accesible without that relationship. In this process, the Self-Determination ethical approach has to be valued as people are not a means to an end. Relationships that are formed must be genuine.