CHRIS GLOFF
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO

 
Late last year, Gallup conducted a poll to discover the current level of public trust in the journalism profession. According to the poll, American public trust in the media to report the news fully, accurately and fairly has dropped to a record low of 28%. This reflects a long-term decline in confidence in newspapers, television and radio, with a significant majority of Americans expressing low trust. 
 
In my first high school Latin course, our teacher taught us the Latin word “vocare,” which means “to call,” and it is the root for the word “vocation.” Years ago a family friend directed my attention to theologian and writer Frederick Buechner who, in his book Wishful Thinking, defines vocation as “the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.” Like any noble purpose in our world, a calling should be both meaningful to one’s self and important to the world beyond the self. The trick is to find a way to “meet the world’s hunger” with your gifts and calling.
 
At my core, I am an aspiring multimedia journalist dedicated to telling meaningful stories which inform, connect and inspire communities to care. I'm passionate about both news reporting and sportscasting and I strive to combine strong writing, clear communication, visual storytelling and thoughtful editing to produce journalism that is engaging and impactful. I am committed to amplifying the voices of underserved communities and highlighting the human stories which shape our world. My goal is to contribute to a team of ethical journalists who value truth, integrity and accountability while creating innovative platforms that meet audiences where they seek information, ensuring accurate and compelling storytelling reaches and educates diverse communities.