If a tree falls in a forest, and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? This timeless question, pondered by many, finds an unexpected parallel in the diminishing world of college journalism. The essence of campus journalism lies in its ability to deliver accurate information and producing engaging content within the campus. News, or any form of content, exists to be consumed. However, without an audience, can the news be heard?
    Since its foundation in 1968 as the nation's third English college newspaper, The Chonnam Tribune has devoted itself to provide reliable news and promote an open dialogue for Korean and international readers alike. First published as a six-page tabloid newspaper, it has gone through many transformations, finally settling into its current quarterly magazine format in 2014. It remains a cornerstone for on-campus news and intercultural conversations.
    Before the rise of social media and online communities, college newspapers were often the only source where students could find honest, student-centered perspectives. The Tribune was no exception; its student journalists played a pivotal role during the police incursion in 1986, when thirteen hundred policemen tramped down the campus for political reasons, causing numerous casualties and property damage. The Tribune reporters documented the incident, exposing the police force's brutality and bringing light to political tensions between national authorities and academic institutions.
    Yet, as the lines between content creators and consumers blur, and the abundance of media platforms continues to grow, college media outlets slowly lose their standing. The reality is that most students simply are not interested enough in student-made content to pick up and read the latest copy of the school news or tune in to the school radio broadcast. So, if an article is written in the school newspaper and no one decides to read it, does it lose its significance? What becomes of the stories left unread?
    Consequently, as our world continues to evolve, our approach to campus journalism must adapt as well. We write not only for people to read but to document and preserve. These stories, whether read or unread, contribute to the legacy of college journalism, weaving into the collective memory of our university. This is why, when tomorrow comes, we continue to head out from the student union as always, cameras in hand.

By Lee Younny, Editor-in-Chief