This study explored attitudes and perceptions of Chinese high school students regarding freedom of expression in their country. A survey capturing perceptions over various forms of free speech (e.g., student publication, dress code) was administered to a sample of 838, which included students from both urban and rural areas within Shaanxi Province…

Analyzes the decision made to publish a controversial photograph in the Wichita State University "Sunflower." Lists the various reasons for and against publishing the photo. States that the photo did run, and the predicted public outrage did not result. (PA)

Describes a presentation before newspaper professionals based on Freedom Forum's "Death by Cheeseburger" and ERIC/REC's "Journalism Kids Do Better." States that a survey of high school newspaper advisors furnished current information on the general status of high school journalism in South Dakota; the presentation gave four…

Offers definitions of terminology associated with typography. Notes several questions designers of high school and college student publications can use to evaluate their work. (SR)

Explains the George Gallup Youth Survey and its history of devotion since 1977 to the study of American teenagers. States that information provided by Gallup has been gathered in surveys of adolescents regarding all manners of things affecting their lives. Discusses the importance of Gallup YOUTHviews polls in a high school journalism class and in…

Provides a step-by-step guide to choosing the most appropriate layout for a school newspaper. States that although content is the most important factor, layout is also an integral factor in catching reader interest. Describes formats, the use of body type, headline treatments, and the use of art. Presents a 13-item bibliography with more sources…

Describes pilot conference held to help New England college newspaper editors perceive importance of their role in educating their peers about substance use and other health-related issues and to offer concrete suggestions regarding how they can incorporate these topics into an activist campus press. (Author/NB)

The legal parameters of individual rights and institutional restraints, as they relate to editorial issues involving the college press, are examined. (Author)

Notes that journalists have to balance their desire to print the news with personal rights to privacy. Argues that a working knowledge of ethics and law helps journalism students resolve such issues. Discusses ethical issues; legal aspects of privacy; and "training" administrators. Offers a list of questions to ask, six notable court…

A fraternity publication at the University of Southern California features, gossip, advice, fashion tips, and its own brand of humor. (MSE)

Despite the popularity of self-published teen zines, few studies have been conducted of the adolescent girls who write and read them. Past research on teens' reading and writing shows that adolescents read and write along stereotypical or gendered lines. This study explores the out-of-school literacy practices of three adolescent girls who write…

Interviews faculty, students, and staff from various college campuses on ways to create a multicultural staff for college media to raise sensitivity and increase understanding about diversity on campus. (SR)

As a project to upgrade their writing, sixth graders wrote and produced books for first-grade students, after reading and analyzing primary-level books. The program and steps to implement it are described. (JL)

Compares four colleges and their administrative representatives, and how each views student newspapers. Identifies six themes: role of the newspaper, authority and responsibility, administration-newspaper relationship, administrator problems with newspapers, legal and ethical dimensions, and adviser guidance. Concludes by arguing that the entire…

This digest describes the development of cultural journalism and its place in the contemporary curriculum. In the field of cultural journalism, the traditional skills and values of many different groups are chronicled, defined, for example, by ethnic origin, origin, occupation, or environment. The term "cultural journalism" was first…