The Cost of Being a Campus Journalist
With the current journalistic landscape of the Philippines, many journalists risk their lives in the service of truthful journalism. But it does beg the question: why do journalists continue to pursue this path despite the challenges they face?
Behind the lens were students from the official publication of The University of the Philippines Manila (UPM), The Manila Collegian, and they were asked, “would you stand by your stroy if it cost you something?”
Everyone has their own story when they enter the campus press. Some students had no intention of becoming student journalists, while others already had prior experience from their high school or elementary school days. Some just wanted to try something new and get into a new environment. Whatever the case may be, their motivations remain the same.
At its core, journalism exists to serve the truth to the masses, despite any setbacks and pushback you face as a journalist. Miguel Buzon, News writer, believes that the stories he writes are there to be read by the public. And with the rampant threats towards journalists, it’s important more than ever to face these challenges. Cassandra Peñaverde, Editor-In-Chief of The Manila Collegian, exclaims that even if it means that her life would be at stake, she would continue to write stories for the masses.
With the ever-changing digital landscape and the rise of social media as a primary source of news, it’s essential to constantly adapt to current trends so that student journalists can tap into their target audience and share not just stories, but also factual and relevant issues that help people make better-informed decisions Luisa Jarabe, Features writer, states that “If there is more to lose, that just means that your story is really worth sharing.”
Even at a campus level, student journalists share the same passion and responsibility as professional journalists. They are the next generation of truthtellers who continue to write stories not for themselves nor for recognition, but to share the weight each story carries.
The Cost of Being a Campus Journalist
With the current journalistic landscape of the Philippines, many journalists risk their lives in the service of truthful journalism. But it does beg the question: why do journalists continue to pursue this path despite the challenges they face?
Behind the lens were students from the official publication of The University of the Philippines Manila (UPM), The Manila Collegian, and they were asked, “would you stand by your stroy if it cost you something?”
Everyone has their own story when they enter the campus press. Some students had no intention of becoming student journalists, while others already had prior experience from their high school or elementary school days. Some just wanted to try something new and get into a new environment. Whatever the case may be, their motivations remain the same.
At its core, journalism exists to serve the truth to the masses, despite any setbacks and pushback you face as a journalist. Miguel Buzon, News writer, believes that the stories he writes are there to be read by the public. And with the rampant threats towards journalists, it’s important more than ever to face these challenges. Cassandra Peñaverde, Editor-In-Chief of The Manila Collegian, exclaims that even if it means that her life would be at stake, she would continue to write stories for the masses.
With the ever-changing digital landscape and the rise of social media as a primary source of news, it’s essential to constantly adapt to current trends so that student journalists can tap into their target audience and share not just stories, but also factual and relevant issues that help people make better-informed decisions Luisa Jarabe, Features writer, states that “If there is more to lose, that just means that your story is really worth sharing.”
Even at a campus level, student journalists share the same passion and responsibility as professional journalists. They are the next generation of truthtellers who continue to write stories not for themselves nor for recognition, but to share the weight each story carries.
The Cost of Being a Campus Journalist
With the current journalistic landscape of the Philippines, many journalists risk their lives in the service of truthful journalism. But it does beg the question: why do journalists continue to pursue this path despite the challenges they face?
Behind the lens were students from the official publication of The University of the Philippines Manila (UPM), The Manila Collegian, and they were asked, “would you stand by your stroy if it cost you something?”
Everyone has their own story when they enter the campus press. Some students had no intention of becoming student journalists, while others already had prior experience from their high school or elementary school days. Some just wanted to try something new and get into a new environment. Whatever the case may be, their motivations remain the same.
At its core, journalism exists to serve the truth to the masses, despite any setbacks and pushback you face as a journalist. Miguel Buzon, News writer, believes that the stories he writes are there to be read by the public. And with the rampant threats towards journalists, it’s important more than ever to face these challenges. Cassandra Peñaverde, Editor-In-Chief of The Manila Collegian, exclaims that even if it means that her life would be at stake, she would continue to write stories for the masses.
With the ever-changing digital landscape and the rise of social media as a primary source of news, it’s essential to constantly adapt to current trends so that student journalists can tap into their target audience and share not just stories, but also factual and relevant issues that help people make better-informed decisions Luisa Jarabe, Features writer, states that “If there is more to lose, that just means that your story is really worth sharing.”
Even at a campus level, student journalists share the same passion and responsibility as professional journalists. They are the next generation of truthtellers who continue to write stories not for themselves nor for recognition, but to share the weight each story carries.