Media Ethics | Sports Media & Journalism

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Adam Schefter and “Mr. Editor”

How much control over stories should journalists give sources and subjects? Read More
Adam Schefter and “Mr. Editor”
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Entertaining Endorsements in Sports Journalism

What conflicts arise when sports journalists also get endorsement deals? Read More
Entertaining Endorsements in Sports Journalism
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Sacking Social Media in College Sports

Should college athletes be limited in their use of social media? Read More
Sacking Social Media in College Sports
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Defending Freedom of Tweets?

What are the ethical challenges that arise when professional athletes share their views on social media? Read More
Defending Freedom of Tweets?
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The Wild West of Sports Journalism?

Do the ethics of sports blogs differ from mainstream journalism, especially when covering sexual scandals? Read More
The Wild West of Sports Journalism?
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Just Do It?

Did Nike do too much in their use of Colin Kaepernick and others in their recent advertising campaign? Read More
Just Do It?
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Covering Female Athletes

What ethical choices are made in how female athletes are portrayed in sports media? Read More
Covering Female Athletes