“The WORD is an advocate of progressive journalism and a staunch advocate of student journalism, and more than any other faculty- or student-operated news media at the City University of New York, has been in the vortex of the most contentious battles and issues regarding teaching, writing instruction and academic freedom. And it prevails.”
Q&A with Director Rudy Valdez, THE SILENCE, New York Latin Film Festival – Part 1
THE SILENCE screened at the New York Latino Film Festival August 23, and the Q&A with Director Rudy Valdez, moderated by Calixto Chinchilla, Founder/Executive Direct of the festival, has to be one of the most riveting Q&A’s in recent memory.
Quill Magazine
Says SPJ President Rebecca Baker: “We owe it to the next generation to help young people gain the tools they need not only to pursue journalism as a profession, but also to gain the knowledge of the importance of fair, accurate news gathering and how journalism upholds the First Amendment.”
Shorts and Talks, 56th New York Film Festival
Featuring films from nine countries as well as from burgeoning talent here in New York, the shorts section presents 21 films in four different programs. NYFF Talks will bring wide-ranging conversations with directors featured in NYFF56 to the public.
New York Attorney General Sues Donald Trump Foundation and Board of Directors for Extensive and Persistent Violations of State and Federal Law
Named in the lawsuit were the Donald J. Trump Foundation and its directors, Donald J. Trump (“Mr. Trump”), Donald J. Trump, Jr., Ivanka Trump, and Eric Trump. The suit alleges a pattern of persistent illegal conduct, occurring over more than…
Wrapping Up, Part 1
More than 5,000 moviegoers supported the film throughout the 5 days, with more than 17 countries represented.