Various Graphic staff members from the past four years pose for a photo after a production night in the Graphic newsroom. The newsroom often felt like home for Managing Editor Tony Gleason. Photos courtesy of Tony Gleason In my home, I have a room to work in, a place to sleep and an area to hang out and relax. No, I'm not talking about my house in Danvers, Mass., nor am I … [Read more...] about Good News: Finding Home in CCB 143
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On Writing Magazines: How and Why We Do It
Examples of edits that may be made to a story during the editing process of Currents Magazine. Art by Lydia duPerierWriting a magazine article starts with having something important to say and the motivation to convey it.It requires a clear vision and a team of dedicated people to bring a Currents Magazine article to life. At Currents, we want to create enjoyable and … [Read more...] about On Writing Magazines: How and Why We Do It
Opinion: Newsroom Staff Must be More Racially Diverse
A newsroom with racially diverse staff is the first step toward creating thoughtful, racially diverse news coverage. Without a variety of backgrounds among professional journalists reporting on diverse issues, mainstream news consumers might question the validity of a media organization’s content. As of 2018, people of color made up only 23% of newsroom staff in the United … [Read more...] about Opinion: Newsroom Staff Must be More Racially Diverse
Staff Editorial: PGM Offers Perks and Public Service
Art by Peau PorotesanoPepperdine students are encouraged often to find ways to give back and serve their community. Working at Pepperdine Graphic Media is a form of service that comes with more than a few perks.PGM offers a variety of jobs and experiences. Students not only create articles and opinion pieces like this for the weekly paper, but they coordinate online content, … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: PGM Offers Perks and Public Service