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March 2017
 ECOMMUNIGATOR EDITION of 
UF
eCommunigator
The latest research and industry insights from the
UF College of Journalism and Communications
 
 
Take ‘Journalism’ Out of Our Name?
No. Double Down on Journalism
 
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"I say we double down on fact-finding, truth-seeking and audience engagement. There has never been a more important time to affirm our allegiance to the standards and practices that are the bedrock of an informed citizenry. Our ethical codes are the right ones. Let’s reinforce them, not abandon them," writes Dean Diane McFarlin in an article published on MediaShift.

 
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  Fake News, Censorship
and the Third-Person Effect
 
  The Brechner Eminent Scholar in Mass Communication Clay Calvert says the proliferation of fake news may be a result of the third-person effect – people believing they can spot fake news, while others out there are being duped. 
 
 
 
Can Virtual Reality
Bring Us Together?
 
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As the world seems to become more divided, many are searching for ways to build cultural sensitivity. Virtual reality is a promising way to increase cultural understanding, according to a new study by Associate Professor in Telecommunication Amy Jo Coffey, and her colleagues. 

 
 
 
 
  The Language of Empathy
 
  Showing empathy is critical for medical practitioners who have to discuss sensitive medical information with patients. Empathy can be found in the language patterns of nursing students, according to a study by Research Assistant Professor and Director of Grants Development Yulia Strekalova, and her colleagues.
 
 
 
Neil Gorsuch and the First Amendment  
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The Brechner Eminent Scholar in Mass Communication Clay Calvert provides key questions about First Amendment speech rights senators should ask during the Senate Judiciary Committee hearings for United States Supreme Court Justice nominee Neil Gorsuch.   
 
 
 
  Stop Raising Awareness Already
 
  The Frank Karel Chair in Public Interest Communications Ann Christiano, and frank Research Director and CJC Communication Manager Annie Neimand, argue that it’s time for activists and organizations to adopt a more strategic approach to public interest communications. Featured in the Spring 2017 issue of Stanford Social Innovation Review.
 
 
 
WATCH: The Social CEO  
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Assistant Professor in Public Relations Rita Men shares her research on the benefits of CEOs using social media to connect with employees.   
 
 
 
When Do We Jump on the Social Media Bandwagon?
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Assistant Professor in Journalism Frank Waddell spoke at frank 2017, an annual gathering put on by the College that brings together researchers and practitioners who study or use evidence-based, strategic communication to drive social change. In his talk, Frank shares his research on how people are persuaded by others on social media and what happens when people disagree with us. 

frank, and its sister events frank (scholar) and Changeville, took place in Gainesville, FL February 27- March 3. Watch more frank talks from leading movement builders on the frontlines of change. Subscribe to the frank newsletter for updates on frank 2018 and for the science of social change to be delivered to you monthly. 
 
 
Research and Insights News 
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Bob Norberg, director of strategy and research at The Agency in the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications, was quoted in the article “Rise of the Millennial CEO” published in the March 2017 print edition of Site Selection magazine. Read more.

College of Journalism and Communications Librarian April Hines is co-author of a recently published book, Collaborating with Strangers: Facilitating Workshops in Libraries, Classes, and NonprofitsThe resource leads readers through a unique framework that breaks down barriers to collaboration while also kindling long-lasting enthusiasm and inspiring organizations to extend that connection to include the talents and assets of community members. Read more.

Ted Spiker, chair of the Department of Journalism, served as a contributing writer for the new book Age Proof: Living Longer Without Running Out of Money or Breaking a Hip written by Jean Chatzky and Michael Roizen, MD. The book, published on Feb. 28, explores the vital link between health and wealth that could add years to your life and dollars to your retirement savings. Read more.
 
 
 
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