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Seeing the value of community in journalism’s future

November 23, 2011 by Janet Coats

We’ve come to think of Thanksgiving as the ultimate family holiday – a time when we gather around a common table with those we most love to share a meal and our gratitude. But of course, Thanksgiving has its origins … Continue reading →

Posted in New Media Journalism | Tagged Joy Mayer, St. Louis Beacon, University of Missouri | Leave a reply

Problem-solving begins with understanding, not a hammer

May 17, 2011 by Janet Coats

Sometimes, as I’m flipping through my friends’ posts on Facebook, I see a thought or a phrase that sticks in my head. I had that experience this week, when I saw a post by my friend Nicole Hollway. Nicole is … Continue reading →

Posted in New Media Journalism | Tagged Journalism That Matters, NIcole Hollway, St. Louis Beacon | Leave a reply

Learning a thing or two about philanthropy and journalism

March 14, 2011 by Janet Coats

At the very beginning of our journey, some 18 months ago, we brought together a group of thought leaders to help us shape the mission of The Patterson Foundation’s New Media Journalism Initiative. Now one of our early thought leaders … Continue reading →

Posted in New Media Journalism | Tagged Baristanet, Michael Maness, Oakland Local, St. Louis Beacon, The Knight Foundation | Leave a reply

Learning how to fail productively

January 31, 2011 by Janet Coats

I was discussing my recent blog post about the need for networks and safety nets with Patterson’s President and CEO Debra Jacobs last week. We were saying that we all need connection, no matter how brilliant we believe our idea … Continue reading →

Posted in New Media Journalism | Tagged Knight Digital Media Center, New Media Journalism Initiative, St. Louis Beacon, The Patterson Foundation | 1 Reply

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