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Communication strategies are used to establish in the public's mind the key values and goals of an individual, corporation, non-profit, social movement, charity, or other entity. Students learn the practical basics of communications, the art and science of managing a system to provide accessible...

Formerly JOUR 1140Errors involving basic grammar and presentation are not the only mistakes that can kill an otherwise intriguing story. Students learn how to refine news stories, press releases, and other non-fiction writing to improve flow and comprehensibility. They assess and edit a variety of...

Students will learn about major new trends in online journalism and become fluent in a variety of digital media forms. Topics include writing for the web, social media for journalists, blogging and multimedia production techniques.Registration in this course is restricted to students admitted to the...

Formerly JOUR 1298Accessibility and versatility are the secret to radio and podcast popularity. Audio waves are a more intimate way to delve into people's stories in greater depth, while allowing for the creative use of sound. Students work with industry-standard technology to produce news stories...

The future of storytelling is in the digital space. In this course, students examine new trends in online communications and mobile journalism, while becoming fluent in a variety of digital media formats. They explore writing for the web, using social media for journalism and public relations...

Formerly JOUR 1177Design can enhance or impede a person's ability to process information, so understanding design principles is essential for those working in media. Students explore the principles of design for both print and online publications, using current industry-standard software. They learn...

Formerly JOUR 2278In this intensive, hands-on capstone course, closely simulating an industry newsroom, students apply their skills in the role of editor to produce compelling multimedia content for publication in the student-run print and online newspaper, The Voice. They conceive, assign, and...

Public institutions are the heartbeat of any community and the source of the most newsworthy stories. These institutions are accountable to the people they serve, and knowing how they work and where to find information is essential, even for non-journalists. In this course, students use social media...

Students will learn how to take video, audio, or photos that they have shot or recorded in the field and package them into a complete story that they file from a mobile device.Priority registration in this course is offered to students admitted to the Diploma or Certificate in Journalism...

Formerly JOUR 2420In this course, students discover challenging new ways of thinking about storytelling. In solutions journalism, students do not just report on the problem; they provide leadership to their audience by proactively searching for ways to make things better. In data journalism...