When it comes to digital technology, Jeremy Barrick, online editor of the Setonian Online, is starting to realize just how important it is in today’s society.
“At first I really wasn’t thinking about the future of print. Now I know that print may face certain consequences in the future, the Internet may be the only source where consumers get their news.” said Barrick.
Within the last three issues (seven, eight, and nine) of the Setonian, Barrick has published the content online, and written several articles.
Barrick’s latest article is on the tremendous money gift given to Seton Hill University (SHU) from the estate of Carol Ann Reichgut, a 1956 graduate of SHU. A whopping 3.5 million dollars.
Chelsea Oliver, sports editor, said “Jeremy has shown that there is so much more that can be done with the online version of our school newspaper. He has taken on a staff which also help improve the Setonian Online with him. I have seen the transition from bland to exciting. It is finally coming together. Hopefully, by the end of the semester, students and faculty will be able to read a clearer version of our newspaper online.”
Barrick has also taken on a new task with the Setonian Online. He is currently teaching an exchange student, Aero Windwalker, how to publish photos online.
"Jeremy has always been very supportive to both Setonian and me. As a web editor, he had done significantly on publishing every single issue online. On the other hand, when it is needed, he can always be there for you. He is one of the most precious co-workers as well as the coolest friend," said Aero Windwalker, a freshman.
“Aero takes a lot of photos, so in my mind I figured why not. He can work with the rest of us. I think that, sometimes, Aero does not understand western culture, and gets fumbled up. I want to guide him through the process. This way, I have educated someone who is not familiar with current journalism trends in America,” said Barrick.
"Jeremy has done an absolutely fantastic job on the Setonian Online. He's also an accomplished writer that has contributed to the vibrancy of the print Setonian," said Maddie Gillespie, the layout editor of the Setonian.
Barrick is currently working towards an internship in journalism. He will be in his senior year Fall of 2009. The last leg of his tour before entering the professional field of journalism.