Database of the Month

NewsBank is a database that compiles recent news articles in a free-to-use (for Ringling students and faculty) space for students to cite. It is most beneficial for classes that call upon newer sources for possible assignments. It's a valuable resource for students, providing searchable databases of newspapers, blogs, broadcast transcripts, and more.
 

Why Should I Use Newsbank?

by Holli Williamson '24 and Gabri Rady '24, Student Research Consultants

Students can use Newbank to be updated with the latest articles and news. It also helps with finding resources for projects/classes. This is a valuable resource for the liberal arts courses at Ringling, because it is a beneficial database for recent information.

Some Starting Articles!

A Studio Ghibli fan? Wanna learn Miyazaki's process? Maybe try out:

The secret life of Miyazaki - Studio Ghibli As the master Japanese animator’s latest film arrives, Nicolas Rapold explores how his fantastical hand-drawn works are made.

A interesting look into an artist’s work process. Could help educate and motivate students.

Learning about Fine Art in Italy? 

Take a look inside Collezione Maramotti - one of Italy's most impressive collections of modern art

Showcases artists in the Collezione Maramotti’s collection. Could help students explore and find new artists. (Found when browsing the fine arts section on Newsbank and then inside the museum section.)

Want to keep up-to-date with what programs Dreamworks is using? 

DreamWorks Animation To Launch MoonRady Renderer As Open Source Software

Gives students information about what the industry uses and the ability to learn the software.

Love Entertainment Design? Here's all the details about Universal's Epic Universe park:

Disney rival Universal plans big expansion before Epic Universe

Informs students interested in entertainment design about possible job openings.

Want to keep up to date with the Children's Literature market? 

Experts to deliberate over prospects in childern's literature on Monday

Could help students see where the industry is trending towards and what companies are expecting from new hires.

What about '70s Fashion?

'A pair of '70s flares clinched a Vogue feature – and my first job' - Designer Yasmin Ghomiem on the fashion choices that have shaped her life.
Interesting interview, showcasing an insight within the fashion industry. Could help with classes surrounding the fashion industry, or writing a character with an interest in fashion. (Found within the fine arts section in Newsbank under fashion) 

Want to deepen your studies in your Gender, Race, & Sexuality Course?

'American Fiction,' and what Black audiences want from Black films

As the film industry keeps changing, more and more unique voices are being given outlets. Topics like this article often come up in the gender, race, and sexuality courses here.

Interested to hear what other college students think about queer representation in art?

Fictional queer characters mean multitudes to ASU students

Could inform students here on how other college students view representation in current media. What audiences are asking for and what are they critiquing?