Seminar: Media in the Age of Contention

In an age of endless newsfeeds, social media, and opinion disguised as fact, how do we know what to trust? This interactive seminar explores how modern media evolved from a handful of respected news sources—like The New York Times, Washington Post, and network broadcasts—to today’s sprawling digital landscape. Led by veteran journalist Alec Sirken, each session invites spirited discussion about recent news stories, how they’re covered, and how public trust in media has changed. Participants will examine real news reports, share reactions, and explore the difference between reporting and commentary. Weekly "homework" will include curated videos or articles to spark next-class conversation. All viewpoints are welcome in this respectful, engaging, and timely look at the forces shaping today’s media—and our understanding of truth. This program is being presented with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

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