Week 1 Blog
Topic 1 Hi, my name is Ryan van Eckhardt, and I'm originally from California. I moved to Oregon to be closer to my family. This fall, I hope to join the Phlebotomy program and eventually finish my AA degree. One of my main goals in this class is to improve my media literacy. In today’s world, we are constantly bombarded with information, and I want to be able to distinguish between real news and fake news so I can make more informed decisions. Outside of college, I'm passionate about sports. I love watching Football, Basketball, and Baseball, but I’ll tune in to almost anything competitive, including golf, soccer, F1, and hockey. Being from the San Francisco Bay Area, my favorite teams are the Warriors, 49ers, and Giants. I used to be a fan of the A's and Raiders, but after they moved, I’ve disowned them. It’s all about loyalty! Topic 2 My three main sources are Twitter (X), Instagram, and occasionally KATU News or ABC World News. I use Twitter because it provides real-tim...