Keywords

student media, leadership, management, journalism, journalism training, gatekeeping theory

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine the management and leadership skills that are developed in college journalism and how that experience and training prepares students for the challenges of reporting for, managing, and leading in today’s journalism businesses. I explored leadership (e.g. influence in the newsroom culture) of young journalists in student media, such as what skills are being emphasized by their advisers. This study utilizes gatekeeping theory to connect its main points with leadership-related characteristics. Findings show that the support and training students in student media receive are more directly related to management as opposed to leadership. While students have revealed leadership skills and acted as gatekeepers, the lack of leadership guidance has resulted in concerns and self-doubt from some of them.

Completion Date

2025

Semester

Spring

Committee Chair

Kinnally, William

Degree

Master of Arts (M.A.)

College

College of Sciences

Department

Nicholson School of Communication and Media

Identifier

DP0029320

Document Type

Dissertation/Thesis

Campus Location

UCF Downtown

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