How college students get their news

To most of them, reading a daily newspaper or watching a television broadcast is an outdated concept. The rise of digital platforms and mobile devices has brought about the age of instant information, delivered through online channels and networks. And, perhaps surprisingly, through good old word-of-mouth: a Project Information Literacy survey found that 93% of respondents obtained news from discussions with their peers.

Classrooms are also another important source of news, with a recent study showing that 7 in 10 students had learned of news stories in the past week from their professors; specifically those students pursuing a degree in the humanities, arts, social sciences and business administration.

Trust in the traditional news media is dwindling, though it is not at an all-time low, according to Gallup. In a society where a plethora of political talk shows, evening shows and podcasts exist, the socialness of news is not apparent.