GS223 - Politics, Ethics and Journalism (with Emphasis on Writing)
Survey of the influence of the news media in American Politics with particular attention to the ethical problems faced by working journalists. Emphasis on the conflict between the public's right to know and the individual's right to privacy. Jointly taught by a professional journalist and a member of the Colorado College faculty. (Not offered 2024-25).
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Literary Journalism of the Outdoors explores the classic modern American works of outdoor journalism. Students will embark on a field trip to Santa Fe, NM, where they will have the opportunity to meet with editors, writers, and designers of Outside magazine.
Writing Wild: The literary journalism of the outdoors. This writing-intensive course will consider classic modern American works of journalism focusing on the outside world—including natural science, environmental politics, adventure sports, and far-flung travel stories. Drawing especially on the rich tradition of outdoor writing from the pages of Outside and National Geographic (magazines to which the instructor is a long-term contributor), we will read deeply and widely, closely workshop our own pieces, and meet prominent writers in the genre. Course will include a field trip to the editorial offices of Outside magazine in Santa Fe, NM, to meet with editors, writers, and designers. Week One: Feral Characters: Eccentrics and Obsessives, Heroes and Anti-Heroes of the Outdoors Week Two: Land and Sea: Capturing Natural Atmospheres/Making Wild Settings Come Alive on the Page Week Three: The Quick and the Dead: Adventurous Treks, Epic Slogs, and Tales of Woe Week Four: Wild Thoughts: Nature is Benevolent, Nature is Savage
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Last updated: 04/25/2024