Thoroughly explain if this current event aligns with the function of this institution and how. If it does not, explain how different actions could be taken to ensure the institution is performing its function properly

National Current Event Analysis Prompt

Introduction to Sociology
National Current Event Portfolio: Social Institution

Requirements: News story that occurred in the United States (outside of Massachusetts) and was published or posted in the last seven days; the entire analysis (summary and connection to course topics) must be 300-400 words. If requirements are not met, points will be deducted. Do not include celebrity or sports news unless it directly relates to our course topics.
Article title and author (include link): 1 point (must use articles that have names of authors)

Summary: 3 points
Where and when did this current event happen: 1 point
What exactly happened: 1 point
Include a quote or statistic: 1 point

Connection to course topics: social institution: 4 points
Which social institution is discussed in this news story: 1 point

Choose stories about the following: education, economy, family, media

Explain at least one function of this institution: (do not use the buzzwords; you can use a definition from the textbook and you must cite where your definition is from): 2 points

Thoroughly explain if this current event aligns with the function of this institution and how. If it does not, explain how different actions could be taken to ensure the institution is performing its function properly: 2 points

Bold the theory you chose and include the word count: 1 point

Suggestions for national news sources: CNN, The Conversation, The Atlantic, The New York
Times, The Washington Post