Concentration in Journalism

DIRECTOR

Affiliate Instructor M. Zeske

About the Concentration in Journalism

The Concentration in Journalism provides an opportunity for students to gain an understanding of the role of the media in American society and to receive instruction in the basic skills needed to perform adequately in the field. Publications, businesses and graduate schools seek liberal arts graduates with a background in the theory and practice of journalism.

The required curriculum includes three courses and an internship component: Principles of Journalism, History and Ethics of American Journalism, and Media Literacy, plus three total internship credits of internship, either JRN 1109 Journalism Practicum or JRN3V57 Field Experience, or a combination of the two.”