Description

The journalism program prepares students for careers in traditional and convergent media. A solid education is offered in the basics of journalism with B.A. degree earned in the emphases of Convergent Journalism, Magazines, Public Relations, and Social Documentary. Students may also choose from two Journalism minors - Convergent Journalism minor or the Public Relations minor.

The journalism faculty are academic and working professionals who offer a real-world education in the tenets of journalism; accuracy, truth, fairness, acting independently and minimizing harm. Instructors also teach rigorous courses of First Amendment case studies and ethical issues that prepare students for careers in both print and electronic newsrooms and public relations firms.

The overarching program goal is to produce students ready to work in the Journalism industry. Students graduate with fundamental skills in news gathering and writing, and copy and content editing.  They have been instructed in the legal environment of Journalism. They have been exposed to ethical decision making in Journalism.

* Note: Additional fees may apply
** All fees are subject to change without notice