News as a Moral Battleground

DOCST 371

Ethical inquiry into journalism and its effect on public discourse. Issues include accuracy, transparency, conflicts of interest and fairness. Topics include coverage of national security, government secrecy, plagiarism/fabrication, and trade-offs of anonymous sourcing.

Enroll Consent

Department Consent Required

Curriculum Codes
  • EI
  • R
  • W
  • SS
Cross-Listed As
  • CINE 371
  • ETHICS 259
  • JAM 371
  • POLSCI 375
  • PUBPOL 371
  • RIGHTS 371
Typically Offered
Fall and/or Spring