By Caroline Young | gargoyle@flagler.edu
The Society of Professional Journalists is preparing to begin a new semester-long series of film nights.
According to members, these events include the full showing of a film, focused on either current events or serious issues of debate, then followed by a discussion panel and refreshments.
The organization recently arrived at the decision of three informative films believed to attract students of all interests and majors.
“The films we have chosen raise awareness of important issues; same-sex marriage, the environment, and prostitution,” said faculty adviser of SPJ, Dr. Helena Sarkio.
One of the first films to be shown is “Freedom to Mary,” which centers upon the controversy over the rights of gay marriage. This event will be held on Oct. 27 at 5 p.m.
Three weeks later, the club will present “Who Killed the Electric Car?” a film that explores the birth of the electric car, the death of the product, and the reason for its lack of demand.