Staff meeting at 9am this morning...got here about 7:40
Staff meeting went well...discussed opening date for the new tower and lots of discussion on opening activities. What should we have at the open house? Entertainment, tours, etc. Also, we are deciding on questions to ask the focus group we are used for research on the new tower.
I am next for reflections! Scaryyy...hopefully I will find something meaningful and creative. I prefer to do it on my own and not have to ask dad for help (trying to make a name for myself other than Tom Brennan's daughter).
Afterwards, I called and interviewed Gayle. Gayle is the manager of the Intervention Center for Assault and Abuse for the Dawson Place. I got some info on her position, as well as her insight to the new move taking place on July 6th.
Then I received a phone call from David Renne, fitness and ergonomics specialist here at Providence. I am writing a wellness story on Jamie Smith (RN) and her experience with David here at Prov. He told me about his job, his goals and how he helped Jamie Smith to achieve her goals.
I will be calling Jamie after 1:30 pm. I wanted to meet with her in person but she is very busy with a 2 and a half year old so I will be conducting the interview over the phone.
Finally got ahold of Jamie. Her story was so touching and inspirational. She has definitely had her share of hardships but it was a beautiful story and I am lucky to have interviewed her.
I will be working on putting that story together tomorrow and this weekend. I was also assigned a few new projects from Cheri today and will update tomorrow
Hours: 7:40am-4:30pm
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
6/29/10 Tues @ ProvPG
Today I worked on finishing up the times of the photo shoot for the new physicians/RNs for Thursday. Then I spent the day taking pictures of patients, physicians and RNs for the display board for the Mill Creek Festival.
Some patients were reluctant to have their pictures taken or to sign the release form. Which is understandable, I dont know that if I was going to the doctor because I was sick or something if I would want to have my picture taken.
But I did meet one extremely nice older lady who raved about Providence and the excellent care she's been receiving for the last 5 years since she moved here from NY.
It is exciting to see the people who make Providence hospital what it is. It was also nice meeting some of the physicians today. Most were extremely cooperative, friendly and had a good time while I snapped a couple shots.
I will try and get a couple more this afternoon and then I will be on to the other clinics probably early on next week. Then it will be time to put the board together and send it off for printing! The display board will be conducted on the InDesign program.
I am waiting to hear back on the approval of our questions for the game board. We have about 3 weeks until the festival! One week from tomorrow morning is time for my reflection at the staff meeting, scary!!
Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Some patients were reluctant to have their pictures taken or to sign the release form. Which is understandable, I dont know that if I was going to the doctor because I was sick or something if I would want to have my picture taken.
But I did meet one extremely nice older lady who raved about Providence and the excellent care she's been receiving for the last 5 years since she moved here from NY.
It is exciting to see the people who make Providence hospital what it is. It was also nice meeting some of the physicians today. Most were extremely cooperative, friendly and had a good time while I snapped a couple shots.
I will try and get a couple more this afternoon and then I will be on to the other clinics probably early on next week. Then it will be time to put the board together and send it off for printing! The display board will be conducted on the InDesign program.
I am waiting to hear back on the approval of our questions for the game board. We have about 3 weeks until the festival! One week from tomorrow morning is time for my reflection at the staff meeting, scary!!
Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Monday, June 28, 2010
Week two--6/28/10 Mon.
To-do List:
- Finish ProvPG Q's
- Make ProvPG to-do list for game board and game board instructions
- Interview Cheryl Sackrider for Dawson Place move
- Email Jamie Smith to set up interview for this week
- Finish Press release on Dawson Place
- Begin wellness article with Jamie & Fitness specialist
- Schedule photo shoot
Today I finished the ProvPG questions for the wheel. It took all day-- lots of different subjects to come up with questions for. The subjects had about 15 questions each. Now we will wait for the questions to get approval before we can print them out and cut and paste them onto cards for the festival. The cards will vary in color for each subject.
I also sent an order to the company who made the wheel for a carrying case for it. The total came out to be around $500 so we decided not to purchase the carrying case. Instead, I've been looking around for a box thats 40x40x10' that will fit the wheel.
I finally found that UPS in downtown Kirkland would be willing to help me construct a cardboard box for the wheel. It will be inexpensive and way more cost effective. However, the wheel is very heavy and not easy to maneuver around.
I also spent the morning emailing physicians and new staff for the photo shoot. It seems that the 1st of July will work best for Dr. Wu but haven't heard back from him yet. I also need to email the photographer and see if thursday morning will work for him.
Once the questions are complete we will do a run through of the game before taking it to be packaged. The festival is July 17th, 2010.
Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm
Friday, June 25, 2010
Day Three! First day at ProvPG
Yesterday was my first day at ProvPG. I was there with Susan (head of marketing at ProvPG) and Shannon (marketing assistant in both locations). When I first arrived they were playing with the huge wheel/game board type thing that will be used at the Mill Creek Festival in July.
The wheel is very large, very stimulating and very engaging. It is a great tool to get the community involved, learn interesting health care facts, and earn prizes. We were discussing the way we want to have the questions laid out, and if we are going to have kids questions seperate from adult.
After Susan left for a leadership forum, I spent time with Shannon on the computer learning about the different files and photos and also the Adobe program called InDesign.
I have worked with Adobe a lot but mostly for portrait photography but it will be interesting to use the program for announcement boards for things such as new hours. They also used a photo bank IStock photo in which you can test and purchase photos in different sizes.
The rest of the afternoon I e-mailed people about setting up a photo shoot for new physicians. Then I tried to think of questions for the different subjects- we want to have at least 15 questions for each subject ideally.
It was a good day at ProvPG. I also watched a video for this new idea of having a little youtube clip of the physician on there profile page where new customers can go online and watch the clip before coming in to see the doctor. It is an excellent idea, but I felt the video needs a little work as far being more engaging.
I will be at ProvPG Mon./Tues. and the hospital Wed./Thurs.
Start time: 9:00am-5:00pm
The wheel is very large, very stimulating and very engaging. It is a great tool to get the community involved, learn interesting health care facts, and earn prizes. We were discussing the way we want to have the questions laid out, and if we are going to have kids questions seperate from adult.
After Susan left for a leadership forum, I spent time with Shannon on the computer learning about the different files and photos and also the Adobe program called InDesign.
I have worked with Adobe a lot but mostly for portrait photography but it will be interesting to use the program for announcement boards for things such as new hours. They also used a photo bank IStock photo in which you can test and purchase photos in different sizes.
The rest of the afternoon I e-mailed people about setting up a photo shoot for new physicians. Then I tried to think of questions for the different subjects- we want to have at least 15 questions for each subject ideally.
It was a good day at ProvPG. I also watched a video for this new idea of having a little youtube clip of the physician on there profile page where new customers can go online and watch the clip before coming in to see the doctor. It is an excellent idea, but I felt the video needs a little work as far being more engaging.
I will be at ProvPG Mon./Tues. and the hospital Wed./Thurs.
Start time: 9:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Day Two 6/23/10
Went to get badge at 8am at the Colby Campus but didn't have required form. Just arrived at Pacific campus and have filled out the form and now need a signature from Teresa. There is a 'team meeting' at 9am.
Team meeting went well today. Began with 'reflection'. This week Cheri shared a story about the original leader of girl scouts, her hardships and how she came about creating Girl Scouts of America. Very inspirational, put selfless acts into perspective and what we need to focus on. In two weeks it will be my turn for reflection. They are required to start every meeting.
At the meeting we discussed screen saver pilots. Research has been done to see if Providence employees like or dislike set screen savers showing up on their computers. There were technical issues for some, and for those that experienced technical issues they said that the screen savers were invasive. But for the most part, people enjoyed the screen savers and generally remembered the message portrayed on the screen. However, the problem with the screen saver idea is that the screens will need to be updated every two weeks. What information will be up there? I suggested writings from the little book outside the chapel. Pictures will also be included, as well as other comments, quotes, pictures, etc from around the hospital and community.
After I went back to Colby and got my badge, Rebecca gave me a story. The hospital is busy promoting health and wellness for its employees and so Rebecca showed me an email between the fitness specialist here at Providence and nurse he helped. I will be contacting both parties and hopefully interviewing them for an article for the source. I will also include tips from other Providence employees that posted on Dave's blog about health tips.
Lastly, I met with Cheri about creating a community benefit bank. She needs good, positive inspirational stories that shares with Providence where all of our non-profit work is going. Personal as well as programs. I need to interview Tim Serband, Director of Mission and Spiritual Care to get some leads on where to go. I will also be writing a story on the Press Release for the Dawson Place about their new move. That needs to be turned in next week as well as the story for Rebecca.
I am leaving today with e-mailing Tim Serband. I need to explain what I hope to achieve and see if he has any time to meet with me next week or send me any documents.
Tomorrow I will be spending my day in Mill Creek. For the rest of summer I will be spending Mon./Tues. in Mill Creek with Susan and wed./thurs. here in Everett.
Start time: 8:00am-4:00pm
Team meeting went well today. Began with 'reflection'. This week Cheri shared a story about the original leader of girl scouts, her hardships and how she came about creating Girl Scouts of America. Very inspirational, put selfless acts into perspective and what we need to focus on. In two weeks it will be my turn for reflection. They are required to start every meeting.
At the meeting we discussed screen saver pilots. Research has been done to see if Providence employees like or dislike set screen savers showing up on their computers. There were technical issues for some, and for those that experienced technical issues they said that the screen savers were invasive. But for the most part, people enjoyed the screen savers and generally remembered the message portrayed on the screen. However, the problem with the screen saver idea is that the screens will need to be updated every two weeks. What information will be up there? I suggested writings from the little book outside the chapel. Pictures will also be included, as well as other comments, quotes, pictures, etc from around the hospital and community.
After I went back to Colby and got my badge, Rebecca gave me a story. The hospital is busy promoting health and wellness for its employees and so Rebecca showed me an email between the fitness specialist here at Providence and nurse he helped. I will be contacting both parties and hopefully interviewing them for an article for the source. I will also include tips from other Providence employees that posted on Dave's blog about health tips.
Lastly, I met with Cheri about creating a community benefit bank. She needs good, positive inspirational stories that shares with Providence where all of our non-profit work is going. Personal as well as programs. I need to interview Tim Serband, Director of Mission and Spiritual Care to get some leads on where to go. I will also be writing a story on the Press Release for the Dawson Place about their new move. That needs to be turned in next week as well as the story for Rebecca.
I am leaving today with e-mailing Tim Serband. I need to explain what I hope to achieve and see if he has any time to meet with me next week or send me any documents.
Tomorrow I will be spending my day in Mill Creek. For the rest of summer I will be spending Mon./Tues. in Mill Creek with Susan and wed./thurs. here in Everett.
Start time: 8:00am-4:00pm
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
First day on the job
Today I started the first day of my internship. Unfortunately there was a major accident on 405 on my way to work this morning, but ended up not being too late. I had to first go to the Colby Campus (where dad works) to get my TB shot. I will have to return on Friday to have them look at it. Then I came to the Pacific Campus where the Marketing/Comm Department is located.
Shannon, marketing assistant, who will be overseeing most of my work this summer is out sick today. So I had the pleasure of spending the day with Cheri. Cheri first gave me a tour of the department and I have my own little desk shared in the back room with a contractor.
Cheri then gave me a tour of the hospital. The cafeteria is very nice with a large eating area. Then we went to the children's area and even visited the NICU-Newborns Intensive Care Unit. There we met a lady who I will be working with in July to write a story on one of Providence's children with disabilities camps.
Then we came back, got my login set up and I have been researching "The Source" and other online news services of Providence.
I had lunch with Cheri and it was nice getting to know her family life. Teresa joined us for lunch for a little while as well, and is a Comm graduate from WSU, with a daughter going there in the Fall.
Teresa discused the current issue of renaming the Providence Physicians Group. Research has been done to decide if it should be Providence Health Network, Providence Physicians Group or others.
After taking the Com409 course, it was interesting to actually hear people discuss the results of research and how it can be applied in the field.
This afternoon I will be accompanying Cheri to a meeting on the Colby campus and getting a tour over there as well. I look forward to learning more about the Providence Health Care system and the field of marketing/communications as a whole.
Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm
Core Values of Providence from The Source--Issue 4/2/10
"The Heritage Award is given to an employee, physician or volunteer who exemplifies the Core Values of Providence—Respect, Compassion, Justice, Excellence and Stewardship—in his or her work."
Shannon, marketing assistant, who will be overseeing most of my work this summer is out sick today. So I had the pleasure of spending the day with Cheri. Cheri first gave me a tour of the department and I have my own little desk shared in the back room with a contractor.
Cheri then gave me a tour of the hospital. The cafeteria is very nice with a large eating area. Then we went to the children's area and even visited the NICU-Newborns Intensive Care Unit. There we met a lady who I will be working with in July to write a story on one of Providence's children with disabilities camps.
Then we came back, got my login set up and I have been researching "The Source" and other online news services of Providence.
I had lunch with Cheri and it was nice getting to know her family life. Teresa joined us for lunch for a little while as well, and is a Comm graduate from WSU, with a daughter going there in the Fall.
Teresa discused the current issue of renaming the Providence Physicians Group. Research has been done to decide if it should be Providence Health Network, Providence Physicians Group or others.
After taking the Com409 course, it was interesting to actually hear people discuss the results of research and how it can be applied in the field.
This afternoon I will be accompanying Cheri to a meeting on the Colby campus and getting a tour over there as well. I look forward to learning more about the Providence Health Care system and the field of marketing/communications as a whole.
Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm
Core Values of Providence from The Source--Issue 4/2/10
"The Heritage Award is given to an employee, physician or volunteer who exemplifies the Core Values of Providence—Respect, Compassion, Justice, Excellence and Stewardship—in his or her work."
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Research Exercise
1. How does Pullman compare to other cities for hate crimes?
In 2006, Pullman had 4 out of 37 of Washington's sexual orientation hate crimes and no other reported hate crimes.
In 2007, Pullman had 1 out of 39 sexual orientation hate crimes and no other reported hate crimes.
In 2008, Pullman had 1 out of 35 religion hate crimes and no other reported hate crimes.
Overall, Pullman's crime rates seemed fairly low in comparison to other cities in Washington State. Although if there was to be one hate crime of concern for Pullman in the last five years, it would seem to be those hate crimes of sexual orientation.
2.Which Washington state house/assembly candidate received the most political donations in 2010? How much did he or she receive in total tracked donations for 2010?
NEALEY, TERRY R received $182,246
For the candidate you've identified, what are the names of the two largest company donors (aside from the candidates' own political committees)? How much did they give each?
AVISTA CORP $1,600 and WAL-MART $1,600
What political party was the recipient of more donated money from the "forestry & forest products" industry in Washington state in 2008?
Republicans
What political party received the most donated money from the "lobbyists & public relations" industry in Washington state in 2008? (Note: you may need to "clear" your previous results with the button below before finding this data).
Democrats
3.Virtual Reality
http://www.google.com/patents/about?id=y6ofAAAAEBAJ&dq=%22virtual+reality%22
Portable Personal Computer
http://www.google.com/patents/about?id=nC0oAAAAEBAJ&dq=%22portable+personal+computer%22
Automobile
http://www.google.com/patents/about?id=E9lrAAAAEBAJ&dq=%22automobile%22
Cordless telephone handset
http://www.google.com/patents/about?id=UNMoAAAAEBAJ&dq=%22Cordless+telephone+handset%22
In 2006, Pullman had 4 out of 37 of Washington's sexual orientation hate crimes and no other reported hate crimes.
In 2007, Pullman had 1 out of 39 sexual orientation hate crimes and no other reported hate crimes.
In 2008, Pullman had 1 out of 35 religion hate crimes and no other reported hate crimes.
Overall, Pullman's crime rates seemed fairly low in comparison to other cities in Washington State. Although if there was to be one hate crime of concern for Pullman in the last five years, it would seem to be those hate crimes of sexual orientation.
2.Which Washington state house/assembly candidate received the most political donations in 2010? How much did he or she receive in total tracked donations for 2010?
NEALEY, TERRY R received $182,246
For the candidate you've identified, what are the names of the two largest company donors (aside from the candidates' own political committees)? How much did they give each?
AVISTA CORP $1,600 and WAL-MART $1,600
What political party was the recipient of more donated money from the "forestry & forest products" industry in Washington state in 2008?
Republicans
What political party received the most donated money from the "lobbyists & public relations" industry in Washington state in 2008? (Note: you may need to "clear" your previous results with the button below before finding this data).
Democrats
3.Virtual Reality
http://www.google.com/patents/about?id=y6ofAAAAEBAJ&dq=%22virtual+reality%22
Portable Personal Computer
http://www.google.com/patents/about?id=nC0oAAAAEBAJ&dq=%22portable+personal+computer%22
Automobile
http://www.google.com/patents/about?id=E9lrAAAAEBAJ&dq=%22automobile%22
Cordless telephone handset
http://www.google.com/patents/about?id=UNMoAAAAEBAJ&dq=%22Cordless+telephone+handset%22
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Frontline Assignment
After watching the "Frontline" series, it seemed that many were disappointed with the direction American journalism is headed. In the first segment it showed that many viewers favored the show that was almost poking fun at the news, and watched that more for a news source than a normal news broadcasting channel. They explained this has become a huge problem in society as well as the poor broadcasting of regular news channels.
A quote I remembered specifically from one of the segments was a man explaining the problem with the news and the public. "Give the public what it wants," he explained that was one of the biggest tragedies in American journalism.
Almost anyone can go online now and start their own blog, share whatever they think is important, and then the public can decide what to watch and if they think it is newsworthy or not. While I think its important for people to be able to share, something does seem a little faulty with this new way people are getting their news. It is important that people have unlimited access to news and information, and I think the internet has definitely helped that. But I do feel however, it is important that people be able to trust and rely on the news they are receiving and not just being told "what they want to hear."
A quote I remembered specifically from one of the segments was a man explaining the problem with the news and the public. "Give the public what it wants," he explained that was one of the biggest tragedies in American journalism.
Almost anyone can go online now and start their own blog, share whatever they think is important, and then the public can decide what to watch and if they think it is newsworthy or not. While I think its important for people to be able to share, something does seem a little faulty with this new way people are getting their news. It is important that people have unlimited access to news and information, and I think the internet has definitely helped that. But I do feel however, it is important that people be able to trust and rely on the news they are receiving and not just being told "what they want to hear."
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Profile Assignment--Chris Peltier
One afternoon in Sacramento, Calif., at the young age of 14, Chris Peltier decided he was ready for a tattoo. After making up his mind, he asked an older friend who had a tattooing machine to tattoo him, and got his first tattoo on his leg that same day.
Peltier’s love of ink followed from there. Shortly after getting his first tattoo, he was taught how to make a tattooing machine and started tattooing all of his friends. He’s been tattooing ever since and is now Pullman’s local tattoo artist and owner of the 509 Tattoo shop. “Tattooing has been my dream since I was a teen,” said Peltier.
However, Peltier’s professional career as a tattoo artist didn’t start until he moved to Pullman, where he met the mother of his children. Peltier’s then girlfriend and mother of his two young children is a Pullman local and was working as a piercer at a piercing and tattoo shop at the time. Peltier soon became friends with the shop owner where she worked and was offered an apprenticeship.
The offer couldn’t have come at a better time; he’d been getting into a lot of trouble and the apprenticeship lead to the opportunities of a lifetime. At the end of his apprenticeship, Peltier took out a $1,500 loan from his mother and opened the 509 Tattoo shop located on S. Grand Ave.
Peltier’s shop is a large, rounded building with huge open windows in the front that displays the huge, bright green 509 logo. The inside is very spacious with two tattoo chairs facing the big windows, along with a mini basketball hoop and tons of artwork and tattoo ideas. While Peltier is very pleased with his shop now, he does favor the location of the old shop where he used to work because it was closer to the university and the students.
When asked what he loves about his job, his response was simple, “Tattooing, everyday.” “It has its own rock star fame,” said Peltier. “I get to be what everyone else wants to be.”
However, when he’s not working, he is the busy father of two young children. He has joint custody and recently trained his four year old off of training wheels. Peltier describes himself as a morning person who loves to travel, see movies, eat out, and shoot guns. “I’m ADHD, I have lots of energy,” he said.
While hanging out in the shop last Thursday with his brother and girlfriend waiting for his next appointment, Peltier struggled with the idea of choosing one word to describe himself. “Loud!” his girlfriend chimed in. “Charismatic or schizophrenic,” offered his brother.
When it comes to his work, however, Peltier is his own worst critic. “I judge myself very hard,” he said. “I try to go above and beyond each time.”
Peltier takes his work very seriously, according to a senior at Washington State University Deon Ford who has had multiple tattoos done by him. After refusing Ford’s request to tattoo his neck, Peltier informed him he does not tattoo college students from the wrist down or collar up. “He didn’t want to tattoo any nonsense,” said Ford. “It’s easier for him to tattoo better if he can relate to the piece.”
Ford has a total of 25 tattoos and plans for more in the future. However, Peltier made a deal with Ford that if he came back the week before graduation he would do the neck tattoo for free. But looking back now, Ford is happy Peltier denied him the neck tattoo and claims he won’t have to hold up his end of the deal.
Even though Peltier spends every day doing what he loves, he admits that his job is never easy. “Felt like I was going to quit multiple times the first couple years,” he said. “It’s the most discouraging thing I’ve ever done.” Peltier has had a total of five apprentices at his shop, and only one has made it. The best advice Peltier ever got was, “If you can’t handle messing people up, quit.”
Peltier’s single apprentice that did succeed is still working with him today as the second artist at the 509 Tattoo shop. With every tattoo they improve, and are both still learning new things every day. “It’s art, it’s nothing you can ever fully know,” said Peltier. “It’s all accidents and all on purpose.”
Peltier’s love of ink followed from there. Shortly after getting his first tattoo, he was taught how to make a tattooing machine and started tattooing all of his friends. He’s been tattooing ever since and is now Pullman’s local tattoo artist and owner of the 509 Tattoo shop. “Tattooing has been my dream since I was a teen,” said Peltier.
However, Peltier’s professional career as a tattoo artist didn’t start until he moved to Pullman, where he met the mother of his children. Peltier’s then girlfriend and mother of his two young children is a Pullman local and was working as a piercer at a piercing and tattoo shop at the time. Peltier soon became friends with the shop owner where she worked and was offered an apprenticeship.
The offer couldn’t have come at a better time; he’d been getting into a lot of trouble and the apprenticeship lead to the opportunities of a lifetime. At the end of his apprenticeship, Peltier took out a $1,500 loan from his mother and opened the 509 Tattoo shop located on S. Grand Ave.
Peltier’s shop is a large, rounded building with huge open windows in the front that displays the huge, bright green 509 logo. The inside is very spacious with two tattoo chairs facing the big windows, along with a mini basketball hoop and tons of artwork and tattoo ideas. While Peltier is very pleased with his shop now, he does favor the location of the old shop where he used to work because it was closer to the university and the students.
When asked what he loves about his job, his response was simple, “Tattooing, everyday.” “It has its own rock star fame,” said Peltier. “I get to be what everyone else wants to be.”
However, when he’s not working, he is the busy father of two young children. He has joint custody and recently trained his four year old off of training wheels. Peltier describes himself as a morning person who loves to travel, see movies, eat out, and shoot guns. “I’m ADHD, I have lots of energy,” he said.
While hanging out in the shop last Thursday with his brother and girlfriend waiting for his next appointment, Peltier struggled with the idea of choosing one word to describe himself. “Loud!” his girlfriend chimed in. “Charismatic or schizophrenic,” offered his brother.
When it comes to his work, however, Peltier is his own worst critic. “I judge myself very hard,” he said. “I try to go above and beyond each time.”
Peltier takes his work very seriously, according to a senior at Washington State University Deon Ford who has had multiple tattoos done by him. After refusing Ford’s request to tattoo his neck, Peltier informed him he does not tattoo college students from the wrist down or collar up. “He didn’t want to tattoo any nonsense,” said Ford. “It’s easier for him to tattoo better if he can relate to the piece.”
Ford has a total of 25 tattoos and plans for more in the future. However, Peltier made a deal with Ford that if he came back the week before graduation he would do the neck tattoo for free. But looking back now, Ford is happy Peltier denied him the neck tattoo and claims he won’t have to hold up his end of the deal.
Even though Peltier spends every day doing what he loves, he admits that his job is never easy. “Felt like I was going to quit multiple times the first couple years,” he said. “It’s the most discouraging thing I’ve ever done.” Peltier has had a total of five apprentices at his shop, and only one has made it. The best advice Peltier ever got was, “If you can’t handle messing people up, quit.”
Peltier’s single apprentice that did succeed is still working with him today as the second artist at the 509 Tattoo shop. With every tattoo they improve, and are both still learning new things every day. “It’s art, it’s nothing you can ever fully know,” said Peltier. “It’s all accidents and all on purpose.”
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
"Media Hype" Video
In the video, there are examples of digital manipulation in photos and videos. When, if ever, is it ethical to alter a photograph or video that accompanies your news reporting?
After watching the video, I honestly don't think it is ever ethical to alter a photo or video that accompanies your news reporting. I feel that editing out swear words or nudity or others is ethical at times, but to actually change reality for the purpose of your news is absolutely unethical. It is not fair if the public relies on you for the news, and you and whatever corporation you are working for to take matters into your own hands and simply "alter" reality, essentially lying to the public. Even if it is as simple as cropping and pasting a black person's face onto a pamphlet to show diversity, this diversity is false and it is not fair to portray that to the public.
The video shows examples of "hype"-filled headlines and alarmist reporting. In many cases, this is due to the fact that such reporting tends to get the attention of audiences. Should the news media adjust their news reporting strategies based on reader demand and/or interest?
In a sense it seems they almost have to. If their headlines are boring, or not what the public is interested in then they will have no readership or audience. While I don't think they should focus or strive for alarmist reporting, it is not fair to request that of a news reporting firm or whoever while other places are doing so. However, I don't think it is fair of any news media outlet to abuse the power they have on "hype" filled headlines. For example, totally exaggerating the idea of the "summer of the shark" was totally unfair to the public. I am sure many that summer avoided the public beaches for that very reason when there in fact was no more reported shark attacks than any other year. Also, with the example given of road rage, it is good to raise awareness of dangerous issues to the public but unfair to dramatize them and strike fear when it is not totally true or necessary. It is not fair for news media outlets to take advantage of the public with their power to alter news information and create fear so they will get more attention or viewers.
Several publications and media outlets accept "freebies" and "junkets" from PR firms and lobbyists. Under what circumstances, does this present a conflict of interest for the journalists?
This presents a conflict of interest because they are almost obligated in a sense to report highly of the company that has just paid for their trip. It is nice for the journalist becase often times they would have never been able to afford the trip on their own, but it is unfair because they are trying to buy the favor of the journalism for their product. The journalists also know that if they give a bad review they would never be invited on such trips again. I understand that many journalists can not afford such lavish trips, but it is unethical for them to give potentially faulty reports to the public so they can go on nice trips. If the company the journalist worked for paid for them to go on the trips would be one thing, but for the company who is under review to pay for the journalist is an entirely different story.
Why do you think so many media outlets were fooled by the "Fat Squad" and other fake news stories? Do you think that the Internet news media is more or less likely to fall for such pranks?
I am not sure why media outlets were fooled by the "Fat Squad." The movie seemed a little dated, but it seems that research into the "Fat Squad" was probably not done as thoroughly as it should have been. The idea of hired humans to follow you around all idea seems totally humorous and unrealistic. As for the other fake news stories, the idea seems rare but you still see them happening. Remember that family who said their little boy went missing in that aircraft/balloon thing from their garage? And the boy got so nervous on tv he threw up? And it turns out his parents had told him to go hide or something ridiculous? I think false stories could almost be punishable, and reporting them could be an honest mistake but it definitely needs deep research. I think internet media is probably more likely because they can go in and change or delete things at anytime they want.
After watching the video, I honestly don't think it is ever ethical to alter a photo or video that accompanies your news reporting. I feel that editing out swear words or nudity or others is ethical at times, but to actually change reality for the purpose of your news is absolutely unethical. It is not fair if the public relies on you for the news, and you and whatever corporation you are working for to take matters into your own hands and simply "alter" reality, essentially lying to the public. Even if it is as simple as cropping and pasting a black person's face onto a pamphlet to show diversity, this diversity is false and it is not fair to portray that to the public.
The video shows examples of "hype"-filled headlines and alarmist reporting. In many cases, this is due to the fact that such reporting tends to get the attention of audiences. Should the news media adjust their news reporting strategies based on reader demand and/or interest?
In a sense it seems they almost have to. If their headlines are boring, or not what the public is interested in then they will have no readership or audience. While I don't think they should focus or strive for alarmist reporting, it is not fair to request that of a news reporting firm or whoever while other places are doing so. However, I don't think it is fair of any news media outlet to abuse the power they have on "hype" filled headlines. For example, totally exaggerating the idea of the "summer of the shark" was totally unfair to the public. I am sure many that summer avoided the public beaches for that very reason when there in fact was no more reported shark attacks than any other year. Also, with the example given of road rage, it is good to raise awareness of dangerous issues to the public but unfair to dramatize them and strike fear when it is not totally true or necessary. It is not fair for news media outlets to take advantage of the public with their power to alter news information and create fear so they will get more attention or viewers.
Several publications and media outlets accept "freebies" and "junkets" from PR firms and lobbyists. Under what circumstances, does this present a conflict of interest for the journalists?
This presents a conflict of interest because they are almost obligated in a sense to report highly of the company that has just paid for their trip. It is nice for the journalist becase often times they would have never been able to afford the trip on their own, but it is unfair because they are trying to buy the favor of the journalism for their product. The journalists also know that if they give a bad review they would never be invited on such trips again. I understand that many journalists can not afford such lavish trips, but it is unethical for them to give potentially faulty reports to the public so they can go on nice trips. If the company the journalist worked for paid for them to go on the trips would be one thing, but for the company who is under review to pay for the journalist is an entirely different story.
Why do you think so many media outlets were fooled by the "Fat Squad" and other fake news stories? Do you think that the Internet news media is more or less likely to fall for such pranks?
I am not sure why media outlets were fooled by the "Fat Squad." The movie seemed a little dated, but it seems that research into the "Fat Squad" was probably not done as thoroughly as it should have been. The idea of hired humans to follow you around all idea seems totally humorous and unrealistic. As for the other fake news stories, the idea seems rare but you still see them happening. Remember that family who said their little boy went missing in that aircraft/balloon thing from their garage? And the boy got so nervous on tv he threw up? And it turns out his parents had told him to go hide or something ridiculous? I think false stories could almost be punishable, and reporting them could be an honest mistake but it definitely needs deep research. I think internet media is probably more likely because they can go in and change or delete things at anytime they want.
Monday, June 7, 2010
Special Lead Assignment- Direct-Address Lead
Trails of the Palouse
Pullman during the summer can be very boring at times. Most students have returned home, the streets are quiet and it seems the variety of social activities are lacking. But there is one activity you shouldn’t forget about, hiking the beautiful trails of the Palouse.
While hiking may not be your first idea of fun, it offers people the chance to get outdoors, be active and enjoy what nature has to offer at little to no cost. Even if you have never hiked before, it is an activity that anyone can enjoy.
According to Washington State University graduate student and old adventure leader at WSU’s Outdoor Recreation Center Misha Manuchehri, about 90% of the trails around the Palouse are for beginners. Current adventure leader and employee of the ORC Jonathan Stahl explained that the ORC takes hiking trips frequently and almost all of them are for beginners.
Both experienced adventure leaders said the common trails of the Palouse include Kamiak Butte, Steptoe Butte and Moscow Mountain. While there are only a few main trails in the area, each has its own advantages. Manuchehri and Stahl said Kamiak Butte is great for beginners, is close, easily accessible, and has a short three and a half mile loop with beautiful views from the top. Steptoe Butte, they explained, is on the way to Spokane, about 45 min outside of Pullman, is a state park with available forest rangers, and has a paved road that leads all the way to the top with a gorgeous view. Lastly, Manuchehri and Stahl described Moscow Mountain. Moscow Mountain has amazing mountain biking trails that are also used for hiking, has lots of animals, and cabins at the top. “More of a mountain,” Misha explained. “Feels like you’re in the wilderness.”
Stahl favors Moscow Mountain, and he enjoys hiking around here best in the spring and early summer. “When the hills are bright green and fresh, and the waters running,” he said.
Stahl encourages everyone, especially beginners, to get outdoors and explore the natural beauties the Palouse has to offer.
“Views here are completely different than in Western Washington,” Manuchehri said. “There are amazing rolling hills that go for miles. Seeing that is unlike anything you would see in the Cascade Mountain range.”
Stahl explained that if he had never been involved with the college outdoor program at his school, he wouldn’t be doing the job he is today. “Getting a chance to step away from the everyday, work, home,” he raved. “Getting some time to renew your spirit and reconnect with yourself and the people around you.”
The ORC takes many trips throughout the summer and school year, and plans to travel as far as Hawaii for a spring break backpacking trip in 2011. “We’ve gone all over,” Stahl said. “If there’s the demand and we have the staffing, then we’ll do it.”
What’s nice about hiking in the Palouse especially in the summer is that it’s usually pretty dry. Manuchehri and Stahl offer some last bits of advice before you set out to hike: always prepare for the weather, plan out the day ahead of time, avoid hiking in the dark, and always go with a buddy or tell someone which trail you’re going on.
For more information on hiking trips this summer or hiking in the Palouse, contact the ORC at orc.wsu.edu.
Pullman during the summer can be very boring at times. Most students have returned home, the streets are quiet and it seems the variety of social activities are lacking. But there is one activity you shouldn’t forget about, hiking the beautiful trails of the Palouse.
While hiking may not be your first idea of fun, it offers people the chance to get outdoors, be active and enjoy what nature has to offer at little to no cost. Even if you have never hiked before, it is an activity that anyone can enjoy.
According to Washington State University graduate student and old adventure leader at WSU’s Outdoor Recreation Center Misha Manuchehri, about 90% of the trails around the Palouse are for beginners. Current adventure leader and employee of the ORC Jonathan Stahl explained that the ORC takes hiking trips frequently and almost all of them are for beginners.
Both experienced adventure leaders said the common trails of the Palouse include Kamiak Butte, Steptoe Butte and Moscow Mountain. While there are only a few main trails in the area, each has its own advantages. Manuchehri and Stahl said Kamiak Butte is great for beginners, is close, easily accessible, and has a short three and a half mile loop with beautiful views from the top. Steptoe Butte, they explained, is on the way to Spokane, about 45 min outside of Pullman, is a state park with available forest rangers, and has a paved road that leads all the way to the top with a gorgeous view. Lastly, Manuchehri and Stahl described Moscow Mountain. Moscow Mountain has amazing mountain biking trails that are also used for hiking, has lots of animals, and cabins at the top. “More of a mountain,” Misha explained. “Feels like you’re in the wilderness.”
Stahl favors Moscow Mountain, and he enjoys hiking around here best in the spring and early summer. “When the hills are bright green and fresh, and the waters running,” he said.
Stahl encourages everyone, especially beginners, to get outdoors and explore the natural beauties the Palouse has to offer.
“Views here are completely different than in Western Washington,” Manuchehri said. “There are amazing rolling hills that go for miles. Seeing that is unlike anything you would see in the Cascade Mountain range.”
Stahl explained that if he had never been involved with the college outdoor program at his school, he wouldn’t be doing the job he is today. “Getting a chance to step away from the everyday, work, home,” he raved. “Getting some time to renew your spirit and reconnect with yourself and the people around you.”
The ORC takes many trips throughout the summer and school year, and plans to travel as far as Hawaii for a spring break backpacking trip in 2011. “We’ve gone all over,” Stahl said. “If there’s the demand and we have the staffing, then we’ll do it.”
What’s nice about hiking in the Palouse especially in the summer is that it’s usually pretty dry. Manuchehri and Stahl offer some last bits of advice before you set out to hike: always prepare for the weather, plan out the day ahead of time, avoid hiking in the dark, and always go with a buddy or tell someone which trail you’re going on.
For more information on hiking trips this summer or hiking in the Palouse, contact the ORC at orc.wsu.edu.
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