Title: The Act is known as the "Campus Journalism Act of 1991" (Republic Act 7079).
Objective: To provide development and promote campus journalism across educational institutions.
Date: Signed into law on July 5, 1991 by President Corazon Aquino.
To ensure campus press freedom.
To promote journalism and develop critical thinking skills among youth.
Implementation of programs that enhance journalistic skills.
Definition: Comprises students, administration, faculty, and non-faculty personnel.
Student Publication: Printed materials independently published catering to student interests.
Student Journalist: A bona fide student currently enrolled and meeting standards of the editorial board.
Editorial Board: Composed of experienced editors and journalists overseeing editorial content and ethical standards.
Editorial Policies: Guidelines for managing the student publication, aligning with existing laws and school policies.
Composition: A publication managed by students through an editorial board chosen via competitive examinations.
Funding: Sources may include school savings, subscriptions, donations, etc. Funds cannot be withheld by authorities.
Publication Adviser: Appointed by school administration from a list of recommendations, providing technical guidance only.
Staff Protection: Members must remain students, not subject to expulsion or suspension solely for their published work.
Organizes competitions and training for editors and writers, culminating in national conferences.
Collaborates with student journalists on regulatory guidelines for effective implementation of the Act.
Grants for promoting campus journalism are exempt from donor's or gift tax.
Initial budget: 5 million pesos allocated from DECS appropriations.
The Act takes effect 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or two newspapers of general circulation.
Editor-in-Chief: Manages the editorial process, ensuring content quality and integrity.
Associate Editor: Assists EIC in editorial decisions.
Technical Adviser: Focuses on technical aspects of publication.
Site Manager: Oversees online presence and strategic planning.
Business Manager: Handles financial planning and operations.
Photojournalist: Captures stories visually.
Writer / Illustrator / Layout Artist: Contributes written content and enhances publication's design.
Censorship: Restrictions on student publications and freedom of expression.
Red-Tagging: Targeting certain publications as subversive by labeling them 'communist'.
Impact of Red-Tagging: Creates fear, discourages open discourse, and undermines press freedom.
Limited school budget allocations.
Dependence on student fees.
High printing and production costs.
Administrative censorship affecting publication content.
Lack of external advertising revenue.
Serves as the face of the publication, highlighting significant stories.
Elements: Nameplate, Headline, Byline, Dateline, Index, etc.
Dedicated to factual reporting arranged by topics.
Key Elements: News articles, headlines, bylines, datelines, photos, and graphics.
Encourages comment and analysis rather than just factual reporting.
Components: Editorials, Columns, Op-Ed pieces, Letters to the Editor, Cartoons.
Focus on in-depth stories and human-interest narratives.
Types include:
In-Depth Stories: Detailed explorations of events or issues.
Culture Pieces: Articles on cultural activities at school.
Achievements: Features on notable students and faculty.
Engages readers on an emotional level.
Provides context and depth to news items.
Encourages creative expression in journalism.
Relevance: Focus on current happenings.
Interest: Select topics that resonate with the community.
Specificity: Ensure topics are narrow and compelling.
Controversy: Choose topics that can stimulate discussion.
Originality: Aim for unique angles and perspectives.
Know your audience.
Ensure timeliness and relevance.
Be concise and engaging in your presentation.
Highlight the value of your story.
Confirm sources before pitching.
Avoid generic pitches.
Don’t be overly lengthy or vague.
Resist exaggeration or hyperbole in your narrative.
Don’t pitch to multiple outlets simultaneously without disclosure.
News Story: Basic report of events based on facts.
Investigative Journalism: In-depth exploration uncovering new information.
Human Interest Stories: Focusing on personal experiences and emotional narratives.
Human Sources: Witnesses, experts, and participants providing firsthand accounts.
Documentary Sources: Official records and archives used for factual verification.
Cross-check information via multiple sources.
Assess the nature of the source for bias.
Differentiate between fact and opinion in reporting.