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This post details the data and methods used in the article Higher Ed and the Tale of 2 News Feeds, published by Inside Higher Ed. The research was conducted by Vanderbilt’s McGee Applied Research Center for Narrative Studies. The McGee Center aims to equip individuals… Read More

Today, the world reflects on the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. We join in remembering the victims of the tragic day, as well as commemorating the heroes who, in the face of unimaginable danger, risked their lives to save those in need. After a quarter-century, the iconic phrase “Never… Read More

Like so many others, we continue to mourn the loss of Dolly Parton. Beyond her groundbreaking music career, Parton’s enduring legacy is defined by her extraordinary philanthropy and humanitarian efforts.Her advocacy was frequently highlighted on the evening news, including reports on her Imagination Library, donations to COVID-19 vaccine research, and… Read More

This post was originally published on July 2, 2026 on the McGee Applied Research Center for Narrative Studies website. The McGee Center aims to equip individuals with the essential skills and knowledge required to adeptly navigate and critically assess narratives in the dynamic media landscape of the 21st century. Through innovative… Read More

This post was written by Shane Jafar, a Master of Marketing Candidate at Vanderbilt University. It was originally published on March 26, 2026 on the McGee Applied Research Center for Narrative Studies website. The McGee Center aims to equip individuals with the essential skills and knowledge required to adeptly navigate and critically… Read More

This post was written by Lily York, an Environmental Sociology and Political Science major at Vanderbilt University. It was originally published on January 12, 2026 on the McGee Applied Research Center for Narrative Studies website. The McGee Center aims to equip individuals with the essential skills and knowledge required… Read More

This is the final entry in a 4 part series uncovering U.S. national news coverage of Venezuela from 1968 to 2025. Maduro replaces Chávez As U.S.-Venezuelan relations cooled under the Obama administration, American news media lost interest in Hugo Chávez’s continued dominance over Venezuela. The news offered periodic bulletins from… Read More

This article is part 3 in a 4 part series uncovering U.S. national news coverage of Venezuela from 1968 to 2025. Hugo Chávez vs. The United States As the United States was holding its presidential elections in November 1992, Hugo Chávez, a colonel in Venezuela’s Army attempted and failed to… Read More

This article was originally published on December 5, 2025 on the McGee Applied Research Center for Narrative Studies website. The McGee Center aims to equip individuals with the essential skills and knowledge required to adeptly navigate and critically assess narratives in the dynamic media landscape of the 21st century. Read More

This article is part 2 in a 4 part series uncovering U.S. national news coverage of Venezuela from 1968 to 2025. Oil, revolution, and connections to the Middle East As the energy crisis continued, the news networks reported on newsworthy events in Venezuela, South America, and beyond [10]. The summer… Read More

This article is part 1 in a 4 part series uncovering U.S. national news coverage of Venezuela from 1968 to 2025. Part 2: 1979-1989, Part 3: 1990-2008, and Part 4: 2012-2026 are now available. On January 3, 2026, President Trump announced the U.S. military had captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and was bringing him to New York… Read More

This article was originally published on November 21, 2025 on the McGee Applied Research Center for Narrative Studies website. The McGee Center aims to equip individuals with the essential skills and knowledge required to adeptly navigate and critically assess narratives in the dynamic media landscape of the 21st century. Read More

The Vanderbilt Television News Archive’s Director, Jim Duran, and Data Engineer, Vaibhav Ravinutala, are rebuilding metadata pipelines for newly digitized or recorded television news broadcasts. Thanks to the Vanderbilt University’s Heard Libraries’ investment in a new web application and database service, the TVNA is adopting the latest innovations in technology… Read More

National news coverage over the past few decades has shown how artists have leveraged new technologies to create innovative works. This compilation from the Vanderbilt Television News Archive’s collection showcases news coverage of artists using computer programs to experiment with new artistic media. With more than 55 years of national… Read More

At the end of every year, the television news networks recap the major stories of the preceding year, cover new years eve celebrations around the world, and interview members of the public about their hopes for the year ahead. The staff of the Vanderbilt Television News Archive compiled this highlight… Read More