Gordon Greb Day
The founder of the Broadcast Journalism degree program at San Jose State in 1857, Gordon Greb made an appearance at SJSU’s Mass Communication and Journalism department today, October 5, 2011—which is also his birthday. Greb was welcomed by students in a classroom in the Dwight Bentel Hall building at San Jose State, as students immediately greeted him with a “happy birthday”. Gordon Greb told of his educational career and journalistic accomplishments, while also openly answering questions and giving advice to aspiring journalists.
Greb spoke of the beginning years in his career and also told of the personal quotes that he has abided by. “We have to start thinking with the concept of “we the people” Greb says. He had also mentioned that radio broadcasting is rooted in the city of San Jose, and also says “We live in a place where great ideas have happened over and over.”
Before leaving, Gordon Greb opened the floor for questions from students. In turn, a student asked the speaker to give a word of advice for aspiring journalists. Gordon replied with “You have the power and freedom of speech that can influence listeners and viewers.”
