Talks
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Journalism in Colonial Settings: The case of Puerto Rico
Thu 13 May 2021
Zoom
The News Media in Puerto Rico: Journalism in Colonial Settings and in Times of Crises is the most contemporary and critical book on that subject. The authors of the book build on historical research, interviews with journalists, and colonial theoretical frameworks to explain the challenges facing the media and the Puerto Rican public in these times of crises. The talk will address the genesis of the book, key findings and its value for future studies of media in colonial and neocolonial settings.
About the authors:
Federico Subervi-Vélez, PhD, Honorary Associate/Fellow of the Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies Program, University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA
Sandra Rodríguez Cotto, MA, Journalist, blogger, and Public Relations Professional, Puerto Rico
Jairo Lugo-Ocando, PhD, Professor in Residence, Northwestern University in Qatar
Cost: free
Enquiries and booking
Please note that booking is required for this event.
This event will be taking place on Zoom. All attendees must register on Eventbrite in order to receive the Zoom invite.
Enquiries: Jenna Anderson Website Email: ja714@cam.ac.uk
Venue
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