Apply to be the Public Editor
for 2010-2011...

The public editor serves as the readers’ representative: a critical voice that publicly speaks to campus publications on behalf of the Tufts community. Articles written by the editor appear regularly on the Public Editor blog; on-campus publications will also have the opportunity to print the editor's work. The editor is be paired with Neil Swidey, a writer for the Boston Globe Magazine and Tufts alum, who will serve as a mentor.

The opinions of the editor will be his or her own but ought to represent the concerns and attitudes of the Tufts community. Articles could be about content deemed to be offensive, violations of journalistic ethics, or charges of bias. Beyond this, the public editor fields and address the legitimacy of complaints or concerns that are raised about the student media. This position does not serve as a punitive judge. It serves as the “conscience” of the student media and as a public mechanism for accountability and high-quality journalism within the university community. The position is largely self-directed and requires several hours of work each week.

To apply for the 2010-2011 position, complete the Public Editor application below and submit it to tuftsmedia@gmail.com along with your name, class year and contact information. Applications will be carefully considered by members of the Media Advocacy Board and will be chosen by consensus.

Applicants will be judged by their:

1. Familiarity with journalistic ethics, standards of integrity, and best practices.
2. Ability to write concisely and critically.
3. Experience in journalism, especially as an editor or columnist.
4. Fluency in the on-campus dialogue and a record of participation within the Tufts community.
5. Likelihood to provide objective and unbiased opinions to any publication.

Download the Public Editor Application
Deadline is May 7th, 2010 at 5:00 PM

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