Coverage of the 2004 Edward R. Murrow Symposium with Peter Jennings
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Peter Jennings receives Washington State University's Edward R. Murrow Award for Lifetime Achievement in Broadcasting. He addresses journalism students, urging for increased civility and thorough reporting to inform the public. Following his speech, he answers questions posed by audience members. Founded in 1973, the Edward R. Murrow Symposium is an annual event at Washington State University created in honor of alumni and news icon Edward R. Murrow. Prominent journalists and others are invited to discuss pertinent media issues.