Charlotta Bass Lab Citation Policy

At the USC Charlotta Bass Journalism and Justice Lab, we encourage the sharing and discussion of our news stories and essays while ensuring proper attribution and adherence to ethical citation practices. Below are our guidelines for citing our content:

1. Attribution Requirements

• Any use of our content must include proper attribution to the Charlotta Bass Lab.
• Citations should include the author’s name (if provided), the title of the article, and a link to the original content.
• For print or offline references, the citation should include the publication name, article title, author (if listed), and the date of publication.

2. Quoting and Excerpts

• Excerpts should not exceed 250 words unless explicit permission is granted.
• Direct quotations must be enclosed in quotation marks and properly attributed.
• Summarized content must maintain the original meaning and intent of the piece.

3. Linking and Republishing

• We encourage linking to our original articles rather than full republication.
• Full republication requires prior written permission.
• When linking, anchor text should fairly represent the article’s subject matter.

4. Use in Research, Journalism, and Education

• Our content may be cited for educational, journalistic, and research purposes following standard citation practices (e.g., MLA, APA, Chicago style).
• Researchers and journalists must provide a clear acknowledgment of the source.

5. Prohibited Uses

• Misrepresentation or alteration of content is strictly prohibited.
• Use of our content for promotional, commercial, or misleading purposes without consent is not allowed.

For permission requests or further inquiries, please contact us at basslab@usc.edu.