City University of New York
Cuny: Dorothy Parker Rothschild
This biography of 20th century poet Dorothy Parker discusses the many tragedies that impacted her life and the wit that made her writing famous.
Authors Calendar
Author's Calendar: Truman Capote
The creator of the "nonfiction novel," Truman Capote, who established his career as a Southern gothic writer, crossed the line between journalism and fiction. This biography provides his background and information about his writing and...
New York Times
New York Times: Henry Morton Stanley
An in depth look at the life of Sir Henry Morton Stanley, journalist and explorer. Includes info on his explorations into Africa.
National Women's Hall of Fame
National Women's Hall of Fame: Margaret Fuller
The National Women's Hall of Fame provides biographical information about Margaret Fuller and examines her role in the early women's movement. Includes a picture and brief quotes from her writing.
Other
Online News for Journalists
This is a well written, nicely designed site from the United Kingdom. With dozens of stories about journalists and journalism in the news, this world perspective makes for interesting reading. Updated daily. You can even sign up for its...
Other
Nwu: The National Writers Union
This is the homesite for the National Writers Union, an organization for freelance writers. Contains an amazing amount of useful material, especially for aspiring writers, journalists, or storytellers.
Other
Aces: The American Copy Editors Society
This newsletter-style home page for The American Copy Editors Society offers everything from articles and advice to surveys and seminars. Tidy layout and solid organization make this a pleasure to navigate.
Washington State University
Washington State University: The Myth of Objectivity in Journalism, a Commentary
Scholarly discussion of objectivity and subjectivity as it exists, according to the author, in the world of journalism. Promotes critical thinking about how the news is gathered, written, and disseminated.
Other
Mother Jones Interview: John Hockenberry
Journalist John Hockenberry is asked the tough questions in this interview. Covers many aspects of his personal life and his reporting style.
Other
Student Press Law Center: Student Press Law Center
Based in Virginia, this site provides legal help and information to student journalists and journalism teachers.
Digital Public Library of America
Dpla: Fake News in the 1890s: Yellow Journalism
The illustrations, photographs, cartoons, and posters arranged in this primary source set trace the origins of yellow journalism. Teaching guide included.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: The Tech: Article on Alex Haley
This Washington Post article from The Tech on Alex Haley offers a personal glimpse into Haley's life as a writer and how his writing connected him to his family.
Other
Biography of William Randolph Hearst
Park of a larger site on the Hearst Corporation, scroll to the element that says "A brief Hearst history." Bio and pictures of newspaper man William Randolph Hearst. Contains links to related topics including his famed editorial guidelines.
Other
Expert click.com: Yearbook of Experts
This site, which is provided for by Expert Click.com, gives an online encyclopedia of sources for journalists and broadcasters.
Fun Trivia
Fun Trivia: Famous Journalists and Reporters
Take this quick FunTrivia.com quiz and find out how much you know about television journalists and reporters. Background information is provided with the answers after the quiz is scored.
PBS
Iowa Public Television: Explore More News
Investigate an issue related to genetic engineering, energy, working landscapes or water quality. Write several articles that define the issue, describe the different views on the issue and explain why people should be interested in this...
Other
Joseph Pulitzer and His Prize
Very well done site looking at the life and work of journalist Joseph Pulitzer. Includes a biography, opinions, and insight into the changes he made to journalism over his lifetime.