
Penn State News Literacy
News Literacy Initiative
Reliable Journalism • Democracy • Critical Thinking

Why News Literacy Matters
Many of us are choosing to avoid the news to avoid being bombarded and overwhelmed, but it is vital to the health of democracy to remain informed and civically engaged.
Becoming news literate empowers us with the knowledge and tools to cultivate a healthy relationship with news so that we can shape our society through our choices and voices as informed individuals.

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If you find yourself avoiding the news, you’re not alone. But what’s turning you off is likely not the news itself—it’s the noise surrounding it. Our podcast News Over Noise explores the challenge of separating spin and click-bait from good journalism and why it matters. Listen and become empowered to stay well and well informed.
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February 23, 2023
News Over Noise podcast is coming to radio

February 15, 2023
News Literacy Initiative Helps the Penn State Community find Credible News

February 01, 2023
What’s that sound? Automobile horn changed history and communications technology

January 26, 2023
WPSU assists listeners in sorting out news over noise within daily headlines
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