The Professional In the Age of the Amateur: Higher Education and Journalism On-the-job (original) (raw)

The paper examines the evolving relationship between professional and amateur journalism in the context of higher education, particularly focusing on how students prepare for industry roles. It highlights the influence of user-generated content and the impact of educational collaborations with the industry on shaping students' identities as future professionals. Key findings explore the tensions and negotiations students face as they navigate their amateur activities, such as blogging, and their aspirations to become industry-ready journalists.