The End of an Era: Jane Kirtley and the Twilight of Traditional Media Ethics
On May 25, the University of Minnesota’s Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication will bid farewell to a titan of the First Amendment. Jane E. Kirtley, the Silha Professor of Media Ethics and Law, is stepping down after a quarter-century of…
The Global Digital Lockdown: How Nations Are Redefining Childhood in the Age of Social Media
As the digital landscape evolves, a profound shift is occurring in how governments perceive the intersection of childhood and connectivity. From the bustling streets of Hanoi to the parliaments of Europe and the southern reaches of Australia, a wave of…
The Global Age-Gate: Navigating the New Era of Social Media Bans for Minors
In a profound shift in digital policy, a growing coalition of nations is moving to redraw the boundaries of the internet. Over the past eighteen months, the narrative surrounding social media has pivoted from concerns about user engagement to a…
Beyond the Kitchen: Rachael Ray, Public Speculation, and the Realities of Aging in the Modern Media Landscape
For more than two decades, Rachael Ray has been a staple of American culinary television. Known for her high-energy delivery, practical "30-Minute Meals," and signature catchphrases, Ray established a deeply personal connection with millions of…
A Legacy of Vigilance: Jane Kirtley Departs as the Sentinel of Media Ethics and Law
On May 25, the University of Minnesota’s Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication will bid farewell to one of its most formidable intellectual pillars. Jane E. Kirtley, the Silha Professor of Media Ethics and Law, is stepping down, marking the…
