Ronald E. McNair Program


Marquise Slator
 Name: Marquise Slator
School: Tougaloo College
Major: Mass Communications
Mentor: Dr. Samir Husni
Expected Graduation Date: May 2009 
Organizations & Honors: 
  • Freshman Class V.P.  
  • Mr. Sophomore 
  • President of French Club 
  • Chapter President of P.R.A.M. (Public Relations Association of Mississippi)  
  • Mr. Student Support Services 
  • Senior Class President 
  • Alpha Mu Gamma Member 
  • Alpha Chi Honor Society Scholar 
  • Ronald E. McNair Scholar 
E-MAIL: mjslator@tougaloo.edu 

ABSTRACT

Changing the Face of Mass Communications: A Study of Blogging and its’ Effects on Media Perception

In the last ten years, the popularity of blogging has dramatically increased. This increase has not been limited to teen pop culture but has been adopted by mainstream outlets such as television, and newspapers. Although blogging has seen massive growth, it is still not fully understood by society in general or by mass media. This study aims to not only inform of what blogging is but to shed light on its possible place in the spectrum of mass communication in the future. In order to demonstrate, this study will use an analysis of mass communication theories and survey results to add to the body of knowledge concerning blogging and its role in the future of media.