About us
The Civic Journalism Lab is based within the Media, Culture, Heritage (MCH) department of Newcastle University, a university based in Newcastle upon Tyne, in north east England with additional campuses in Singapore and Malaysia. The university is a “red brick” university and a member of the Russell Group, an association of research-intensive UK universities.
The university can trace its origins to a School of Medicine and Surgery (later the College of Medicine), established in 1834, and to the College of Physical Science (later renamed Armstrong College), founded in 1871. These two colleges came to form one division of the federal University of Durham, with the Durham Colleges forming the other. The Newcastle colleges merged to form King’s College in 1937. In 1963, following an Act of Parliament, King’s College became the University of Newcastle upon Tyne.
“I enjoyed hearing the perspectives of seasoned and skilled people.”
“I like the enthusiasm and geekiness of the presenters – willing to share their experience and knowledge freely – encouraging people in – not excluding anyone.”
“I have enjoyed getting real-life insights into journalism practice.”
“Great to hear someone who is an expert in the field with the latest thinking and information.”
“I appreciate being able to listen to people at the top of their game share their knowledge in a relatively short time, and be signposted to further resources.”
“You always learn something new. The panellists bring down the examples and explanations to a level that is understandable.”
“Very interesting current topics, experience and knowledge sharing with techniques, interactive Q&A sessions, very insightful, and the moderator has been absolutely supportive in accommodating our questions.”
“I love the simplicity and directness of the medium – it’s like key information being pumped directly into the brain without all the peripheral stuff.”
“I’ve enjoyed the insights into different sectors of journalism and the advice on skills you should develop to become a better journalist.”
Civic Journalism Lab participants
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