Queer Love on Screen – What Thai Media Taught Me About Representation
Authors . Media . Media influence . Politics . SocietyBefore taking the Media Institutions in Munich course, I never thought too deeply about what it meant for someone like me to be seen in media. I enjoyed films, series, and pop culture just like everyone else, but I didn’t realise how powerful, how political, it can be simply to see your identity reflected honestly on screen.
My Journey through Germany’s Media Landscape
Authors . Media influence . UncategorizedJournalism plays a vital role in promoting transparency, civic engagement, and accountability. Before joining the media institutions class, that was about all I knew about journalism. However, through my research, fieldtrips and presentations made in class, I have gained a comprehensive understanding of the rapidly evolving German media landscape. Journalism informs the public, exposes injustice,
Navigating Media Digitalization and the Growing Issue of Polarization
UncategorizedAs I visited various media institutions in Munich, I felt that Munich’s media institutions place the greatest emphasis on the role of information provision among journalism’s various functions. These media outlets deliver a wide range of information to the local community, from local issues and policy changes to topics such as health and music. Just
Media Literacy in the Misinformation Age
UncategorizedIn today’s information-saturated world, Munich is positioning itself as a hub for media literacy education. From grassroots training platforms to legacy newsrooms, institutions across the city are striving to equip citizens, especially our youths, with the skills to critically assess information and resist misinformation. But the effort requires more than good intentions, it requires systemic
My thoughts on Mediaschool Bayern and its role in the Media Environment
UncategorizedA month ago, we went on a field trip to Mediaschool Bayern and we got to see this media press house, explaining to us their process on how they handled stuff like their podcasts, their livestreams and anything else related to media and such. They’re a non-profit organization that specializes in ensuring opportunities and job
What i see for the future of journalism (last blogpost)
UncategorizedHello les bloggers, With all I have learned during the field trips and my research, here is what I think of how journalism could end up in a few years. First of all, we have to know what a journalist is, so I brought a definition according to the PBA University « a journalist is someone
Reflection on Media Institutions in Munich
UncategorizedIn an age when most people chase quick dopamine hits and the latest news through bite‑sized 15‑second videos, touring Munich’s local media institutions was a genuinely eye‑opening experience. It served as a reminder of the continuous relevance and power of local journalism. Institutions like the Süddeutsche Zeitung and Merkur are not just news producers—they are
The role of Media School Bayern & MSCL
UncategorizedVisiting Media School Bayern and the Munich Science Communication Lab were two insightful experiences which illustrated contrasting elements of Germany’s media landscape. Serving as an outlet for young German voices, the Media School offers various training opportunities in different specialties such as radio, podcasting and television/video editing. Their internship program provides eager new journalists an
Munich Science Communication Lab’s Workshop
UncategorizedOur fourth excursion outside the classroom was to one of LMU’s own buildings. It was a visit to Munich Science Communication Lab (MSCL), a research organization dedicated to raising public awareness on planetary health. At MSCL, there was a huge emphasis on evaluating the impact of research projects. During the workshop, there was a mock
German Science Education: A Critical Reflection
UncategorizedIn the past weeks, I had the opportunity to visit the Munich Science Communication Lab (MSCL) The academic visit offered a compelling case study of how research-based evaluation transforms science communication into an educational practice within Germany. Unlike many initiatives that treat evaluation as an end-stage task, MSCL embeds it across the entire process, treating formative, process,