Is Journalism Dying?

Personally, I do not believe it is.

It think that there are still many reasons for journalism; at least good journalism.  I have been finding throughout my studies of writing, especially on the web, that bad journalism is becoming more of a topic of discussion.  This is because anyone in this day and age can write anything they like on the web and make it seem credible.

Despite opinions stating that "no money is to be made in journalism," I think that the good journalists who are trustworthy, honest, and sincerely passionate in writing pieces that will positively effect our culture are the ones who can make the money in the industry.  Despite the audiences that fake, unauthentic journalists have from their online blogs, criticism sites and annoying wordy columns in newspapers, these writer's fan fare is not long lasting.  People end up understanding the significance of journalism that teaches them something and poses that "tough question."  It's the tough questions that make the reader think, therefore allowing the reader to draw their own answers and conclusions based on the direction in which the journalist points them.

This blog post is an example of a reaction to good journalism.  I do not yet call myself a journalist, and I most likely never will, however journalism as a major teaches me how to report on real things and bring the important stories to attention.  The journalism major is an important major for those who have an interest for writing about current events and sharing the importance of perhaps culturally altering events, for example the truths behind the downfall of our economy, who was really behind the attacks of 911 and what their reasons were, and the patrol over the Mexican border and how a great number of illegal aliens are making a life in America.

I think that the journalism major, whether the student will pursue a career as a journalist or not, can point someone in a positive direction when it comes to comprehending many of the conflicts we have today as a culture and as individuals.  I think that, at least when it comes to my interests in journalism directions, the major has a lot to offer when it comes to understanding other types of people and what they may deal with in their lives.  Many different countries can be further understood in the journalism major and I think that in today's society, that is a crucial characteristic to hold.

Also journalism allows someone to learn better communication skills with others.  Communications is an extremely important part of today's world and those who are not able to get their points across and pursue their interests by finding their own opportunities, especially in the journalism industry, will not be able to make the most out of their lives.

So, overall my thoughts is that journalism is still only getting started.  The world-wide web is pushing the field of writing to a new level that only some will be able to really thrive off of as a career.  Others, especially those who are int eh journalism major, are still thriving off of traditional journalism ways that date back decades, and that still display the most intriguing and ambitious stories of them all.