Fake news. Conspiracy theories. Misinformation. Recent political events and ominous headlines are evidence that social media has become a breeding ground for falsehoods. Should college students be worried? Maybe. Older Americans receive much of the blame for sharing fabricated stories…
Fake News Panel security costs exceed $86,000
There were about 25 protesters at the event, much less than last time Milo Yiannopoulos visited campus.
Speakers clash inside controversial Fake News Panel
Highlights and main points from the Fake News Panel presented by the Cal Poly College Republicans and Turning Point USA.
15-Minute Update: The new ASI president is announced and campus prepares for Milo’s return
Mustang News anchors Hannah Glazer and Shanti Herzog have today’s top stories.
The ‘Fake News’ panel was canceled, but Alicia Shepard still has some ‘good news consumer’ strategies for students
Shepard said reading with a critical eye, but not becoming a cynical news consumer are key in avoiding fake news.
Fake News panel canceled after controversial speaker withdraws
Conservative blogger Bill Whittle was the third panelist to withdraw from the event after recent controversy.