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BETHEL UNIVERSITY Thursday, September 28, 2006 http://bethelnet.bethel.edu/clarion Volume 82 • Number 4 Conference unites faith and journalism McKibben addresses need for meaning in world of reporting By Travis Grabow The keynote address for the Journalism Through the Eyes of Faith conference was given by Bill McKibben on the evening of Sept. 21. Entitled "The Signs of the Times," McKibben focused on both the enormous changes taking place in the journalism world and lhe compatibility of the Gospel message with the core ideas of the trade. McKibben is a prolific Christian writer. His books include a powerful and convicting look at global warming called "The End of Nature," and a provocative exploration of genetic engineering called "Enough." He has also been published in various magazines such as The Atlantic Monthly and Harper's, which last year ran his controversial article "The Christian Paradox: How a Faithful Nation Gets Jesus Wrong." Throughout his address, McKibben discussed his views on the changing world of journalism. He described how many journalists are leery of the rise of blogs and the spread of "infotainment." Many people in the industry are afraid that these new mediums will pose as serious journalism and degrade its overall quality. McKibben, however, was optimistic about the new developments. He talked about how one of a journalists first duties is to the reader, and the Internet allows journalists to interact with their readers like never before. He was also encouraged by lhe melding of more traditional wriiing with audio and video, and the rapidly growing communities of semi-professional journalists. Another topic of discussion involved the main values of journalism and their relation to the Gospel. One of the parallels drawn was that between the continual and absolute commitment to the truth by both the journalistic profession and the Christian faith. McKibben also talked about how Jesus commands his followers to help the helpless, the poor and the needy. Likewise, journalists need to help the people they serve by giving them the information they need to effectively deal with the issues they face every day, whether on a local, national or global scale. Tracking your term paper Professors confirm that buying supposed 'non- plagiarized' papers online is still considered plagiarism By Marie Hansen It isn't too far-fetched to imagine a night when you are collapsed on your couch at 4 a.m., surrounded by books and notes, gulping pots of black coffee to stay awake and you still haven't started that research paper that's due tomorrow. Wouldn't it just be easier to buy a pre-written paper from a useful online paper-producing service? Buying the Times. Term Paper Relief and Go-Essays each returned a term paper on time, but their quality was judged unacceptable by several college professors interviewed for the article. Many students ai Beihel are also using these online services or other internet sources to find papers, according to Rich Sherry, dean of Faculty Growth and Assessment, Services may claim that they will "sell er papers from "Facility cH£ UlOTt you a pap- online ser- no one can vices or copy- Sensitive tO the iS- detect is not your work," sue. It's less and ing from papers web sites is running rampant throughout college campuses across lhe country. Bethel is also becoming subject to the newest fad of students obtaining papers online. Faculty members are implementing new measures to stop the plagiarism. The New York Times recently investigated several online companies that offer this increasingly popular service. Reporters bought three custom-written papers. However, the results were less than A+. SuperiorPapers.com never delivered the paper ordered by less likely that [students] will be able to get away with it." -Rich Sherry said Sherry, "but the definition [of plagiarism] is turning in something that's not your work." "1 don't know if students are aware that... it's harder to get away with (turning in papers from online sources]," he said. "Faculty are more sensitive to the issue. It's less and less likely that [students] will be able to get away with it." Professors can readily perceive differences in a student's writing style. "If a faculty member has been reading your writing, and it changes, that's very easy to see," said Sherry. Even if Papers continued on page 8 Photo by Danica Myers During his chapel speech on Friday, Bill McKibbons cautioned that wise use of resources is essential as the earth is showing great effects of global warming. ; "I consider the conference an immense success as a first effort. Across the board, the speakers were exceptional." -Phyllis Alsdurf Conference coordinator gives reaction By Travis Grabow One of the biggest reasons that the Journalism Through the Eyes of Faith conference was able to take place was that Phyllis Alsdurf, assistant professor of English, was willing put in most of the effort required to organize such an event. . After investing so much time, she was understandably concerned about how it would all turn out. Despite any pre- conference worries, however, her impressions were almost entirely positive. "I consider the conference an immense success as a first effort. Across the board, the speakers were exceptional." She was also pleasantly surprised at the eagerness that some of the speakers displayed in deciding to come to Bethel. Friday's chapel speaker Bill McKibben, in particular, "has enough speaking requests to go somewhere every day of the year, but chose to come to Bethel because he believes strongly in what we are trying to do with the journalism program." Her only regret was that, in her view, too few people took advantage of the opportunity the conference presented. Alsdurf hopes that those who missed out last week will get another chance in the near future. "I've already got plans swirling in my head for a conference next year that would build on the momentum of this event." Photos courtesy of Monica Gross The Europe Term, which is focused on intercultural communication, brings students to Austria, Czech Republic and France.
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Title | Page 1 |
Alternative Title | The Bethel Clarion |
Edition (Vol. No.) | Vol. 82 No. 04 |
Date Published | September 28 2006 |
Decade | 2000 |
Academic Year | 2006 - 2007 |
Frequency | Weekly |
Notes | This project has been financed in part with funds provided by the State of Minnesota through the Minnesota Historical Society from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. |
Digital Collection | The Clarion: Bethel University's Student Newspaper |
Digital Publisher | Bethel University |
Editor | Feltmann, Pamela |
Contributors | Streeter, Cory (News Editor); Westlund, Nicolle (Views Editor); Ekbom, Doug (Culture Editor); Sanny, Maria (Sports Editor); Helmke, Alexander (Layout Editor); Green, Stephanie (Assistant Layout Editor); Myers, Danica (Photo Editor); Gibson, Laura (Copy Editor); Lueth, Olivia (Copy Editor); Kelly, Aaron (Business and Advertising Manager); Wisner, Marie (Administrative Advisor); Alsdurf, Phyllis (Academic Advisor); Reed, Scott (Academic Advisor) |
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United States Minnesota Saint Paul |
Time Span of Publication | Newspaper published from 1921 through present day |
Copyright | Reproduction or distribution of these files is permitted for educational and research purposes with proper attribution to the Bethel Digital Library. No commercial reproduction or distribution of these files is permitted under copyright law without the written permission of Bethel University Digital Library. For questions or further information on this collection, contact digital-library@bethel.edu. |
Type | text |
Format | image/jpeg |
Physical Dimensions | 12.5 x 23 |
Original Collection | Printed paper copies of original newspaper in the collections of the Bethel University Library and the History Center: Archives of the Baptist General Conference and Bethel University. |
Original Publisher | Bethel University |
Transcript | BETHEL UNIVERSITY Thursday, September 28, 2006 http://bethelnet.bethel.edu/clarion Volume 82 • Number 4 Conference unites faith and journalism McKibben addresses need for meaning in world of reporting By Travis Grabow The keynote address for the Journalism Through the Eyes of Faith conference was given by Bill McKibben on the evening of Sept. 21. Entitled "The Signs of the Times," McKibben focused on both the enormous changes taking place in the journalism world and lhe compatibility of the Gospel message with the core ideas of the trade. McKibben is a prolific Christian writer. His books include a powerful and convicting look at global warming called "The End of Nature," and a provocative exploration of genetic engineering called "Enough." He has also been published in various magazines such as The Atlantic Monthly and Harper's, which last year ran his controversial article "The Christian Paradox: How a Faithful Nation Gets Jesus Wrong." Throughout his address, McKibben discussed his views on the changing world of journalism. He described how many journalists are leery of the rise of blogs and the spread of "infotainment." Many people in the industry are afraid that these new mediums will pose as serious journalism and degrade its overall quality. McKibben, however, was optimistic about the new developments. He talked about how one of a journalists first duties is to the reader, and the Internet allows journalists to interact with their readers like never before. He was also encouraged by lhe melding of more traditional wriiing with audio and video, and the rapidly growing communities of semi-professional journalists. Another topic of discussion involved the main values of journalism and their relation to the Gospel. One of the parallels drawn was that between the continual and absolute commitment to the truth by both the journalistic profession and the Christian faith. McKibben also talked about how Jesus commands his followers to help the helpless, the poor and the needy. Likewise, journalists need to help the people they serve by giving them the information they need to effectively deal with the issues they face every day, whether on a local, national or global scale. Tracking your term paper Professors confirm that buying supposed 'non- plagiarized' papers online is still considered plagiarism By Marie Hansen It isn't too far-fetched to imagine a night when you are collapsed on your couch at 4 a.m., surrounded by books and notes, gulping pots of black coffee to stay awake and you still haven't started that research paper that's due tomorrow. Wouldn't it just be easier to buy a pre-written paper from a useful online paper-producing service? Buying the Times. Term Paper Relief and Go-Essays each returned a term paper on time, but their quality was judged unacceptable by several college professors interviewed for the article. Many students ai Beihel are also using these online services or other internet sources to find papers, according to Rich Sherry, dean of Faculty Growth and Assessment, Services may claim that they will "sell er papers from "Facility cH£ UlOTt you a pap- online ser- no one can vices or copy- Sensitive tO the iS- detect is not your work," sue. It's less and ing from papers web sites is running rampant throughout college campuses across lhe country. Bethel is also becoming subject to the newest fad of students obtaining papers online. Faculty members are implementing new measures to stop the plagiarism. The New York Times recently investigated several online companies that offer this increasingly popular service. Reporters bought three custom-written papers. However, the results were less than A+. SuperiorPapers.com never delivered the paper ordered by less likely that [students] will be able to get away with it." -Rich Sherry said Sherry, "but the definition [of plagiarism] is turning in something that's not your work." "1 don't know if students are aware that... it's harder to get away with (turning in papers from online sources]," he said. "Faculty are more sensitive to the issue. It's less and less likely that [students] will be able to get away with it." Professors can readily perceive differences in a student's writing style. "If a faculty member has been reading your writing, and it changes, that's very easy to see," said Sherry. Even if Papers continued on page 8 Photo by Danica Myers During his chapel speech on Friday, Bill McKibbons cautioned that wise use of resources is essential as the earth is showing great effects of global warming. ; "I consider the conference an immense success as a first effort. Across the board, the speakers were exceptional." -Phyllis Alsdurf Conference coordinator gives reaction By Travis Grabow One of the biggest reasons that the Journalism Through the Eyes of Faith conference was able to take place was that Phyllis Alsdurf, assistant professor of English, was willing put in most of the effort required to organize such an event. . After investing so much time, she was understandably concerned about how it would all turn out. Despite any pre- conference worries, however, her impressions were almost entirely positive. "I consider the conference an immense success as a first effort. Across the board, the speakers were exceptional." She was also pleasantly surprised at the eagerness that some of the speakers displayed in deciding to come to Bethel. Friday's chapel speaker Bill McKibben, in particular, "has enough speaking requests to go somewhere every day of the year, but chose to come to Bethel because he believes strongly in what we are trying to do with the journalism program." Her only regret was that, in her view, too few people took advantage of the opportunity the conference presented. Alsdurf hopes that those who missed out last week will get another chance in the near future. "I've already got plans swirling in my head for a conference next year that would build on the momentum of this event." Photos courtesy of Monica Gross The Europe Term, which is focused on intercultural communication, brings students to Austria, Czech Republic and France. |
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