Editorial: Solidarity with the Indiana Daily Student
The Indiana Daily Student is facing challenges from its own university. In anticipation of Indiana University's homecoming, administrators restricted the publication of news stories in its homecoming print edition.
The university had already reduced the number of print editions, mainly focusing on special themes. The situation escalated when Jim Rodenbush, Director of Student Media, was fired for refusing to comply with the university's order. Shortly after, the university cut print entirely for the Indiana Daily Student.
However, solidarity was shown by Purdue University's student paper, The Exponent, which printed 3,000 copies of a special edition featuring editorials from the Indiana Daily Student and delivered them to IU's campus.
Student media is essential to campus communities.
In a show of support, The Exponent's actions demonstrate the importance of standing together for journalism and free press.
Author's summary: University restricts student publication.
- Indiana Daily Student faced restrictions from its university.
- Purdue University's student paper showed solidarity.
- Student media plays a crucial role in campus communities.