By Evelyn Megery
Northern Review Niche Editor and Social Media Manager

Posted Dec 17, 2025

What kind of impact can you make when you're surrounded by cornfields? That is the question I asked myself when I first considered journalism at Ohio Northern University. A combination of my personal experiences and a genuine interest in rural journalism inspired me to explore the heart of student media at Ohio Northern. I sat down with seasoned journalists and emerging student talent to hear why they believe student journalism has value at a small university.

Learn why the documentary was created

Audio GROWTH/DECAY by Destiny & Time

NOTE: This video is a companion piece to Evelyn Megery's article Rewriting the small town narrative: Why journalism matters in rural communities