Engaging in a Divided Society: Lessons from Journalism

6-7 p.m.

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The Suburban Illini Club is hosting the College of Media for a timely panel discussion over Zoom. Hear lessons from the field of journalism about how to engage with others in an age of polarization.

This webinar, to be held on Tuesday, Feb. 25, from 6-7 p.m., is a continuation of a College of Media series launched in Fall 2024 called “Bridging Divides: Conversations on Media and Disagreement.” 

Moderated by College of Media Dean Tracy Sulkin, panelists will include journalism faculty and alumni:

  • Leon Dash, Professor and Swanlund Chair, Department of Journalism; 1995 Pulitzer Prize Winner for Explanatory Reporting while at The Washington Post
  • Colleen King, Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Journalism; Director of the Richard and Leslie Frank Center for Leadership and Innovation in Media; former Executive Producer for MSNBC’s The 11th Hour with Brian Williams  
  • Dan Balz (BS ’68, MS ’72, journalism), chief correspondent at The Washington Post covering national politics, the presidency and Congress
  • Stephanie Lulay (BS ’08, journalism), Executive Editor and Co-Founder, Block Club Chicago, an award-winning, reader-funded nonprofit newsroom focused on Chicago's neighborhoods

This free webinar is open to the public. Register to join us via Zoom.