See Me
Continue to main contentThe Department of Mass Media's fifth-annual See Me Series explores the complex relationship between journalism and politics.
The Department of Mass Media's Fifth Annual See Me Series will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 8, in the Rose Theater. This year's event will focus on the relationship between journalism and politics, using the acclaimed 2005 film "Good Night, and Good Luck" as a foundation for discussion.
The film chronicles CBS journalist Edward R. Murrow's stand against Senator Joseph McCarthy during the height of McCarthyism in the 1950s. This powerful drama serves as a lens to examine the similarities and differences between the media's role during the McCarthy era and today's political climate, fostering important conversations about journalistic integrity, political courage, and the media's responsibility in a democracy.
Distinguished Panel
Headlining the event is a distinguished panel featuring SEMO faculty, students, and media professionals, including Professor Fred Jones from the Department of Mass Media; Dr. Jeremy Walling from the Department of Political Science, Philosophy, and Religion; Camilla Ricaurte, a senior student from Political Science, Philosophy, and Religion; Roger Seay, News Director at KFVS 12; and Chris Conroy, General Manager at KFVS 12. Anthony J. Scherer will moderate the forum discussion.
Film Details
All SEMO faculty are encouraged to include this information in their classes.
The film "Good Night, and Good Luck" is available at various locations online and through streaming services. Additional educational resources will be provided to support classroom discussions about media ethics, political reporting, and the historical context of journalism's role in democracy.
Attendance Information
The event is free and open to the public. Join us for this thought-provoking discussion about the vital intersection of journalism and politics in both historical and contemporary contexts.
See Me Series 2025
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Roger Seay - News Director, KFVS 12 -
Camilla Ricaurte - Senior Student, Political Science, Philosophy, and Religion
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Fred Jones - Professor of Film, SEMO Department of Mass Media
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Chris Conroy - General Manager, KFVS 12
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Dr. Jeremy Walling - Faculty, Department of Political Science, Philosophy, and Religion
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Anthony Scherer - Instructor & Faculty Advisor to SETV
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