Journalism Minor

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The journalism program is designed for students interested in pursuing professional careers and further study in reporting, editing, public relations, and media law. The journalism minor requires a three-hour internship or approved alternative. **

Required Courses

COM 101 - Introduction to Mass Communication 3 Credit(s).
ENG 106 - Introduction to News Writing and Reporting 3 Credit(s).
ENG 310 - Media Law and Ethics 3 Credit(s).
Three semesters publications practicum including at least two of Iron Blade. One can be Chrysalis. Credits / Units: 3
ENG 131, 132 to 431, 432 - Journalism Practicum 1 Credit(s).
ENG 141, 142 to 441, 442 - Creative Arts Practicum 1 Credit(s).
Choose at least two of the following:
ENG 311 - Advanced News Writing and Editing 3 Credit(s).
ENG 312 - Feature Writing and Production 3 Credit(s).
ENG 313 - Sports Writing 3 Credit(s).

Choose 3 Credit Hours from the Following

ART 215 - Photoshop 3 Credit(s).
ART 222 - Basic Computer Graphics 3 Credit(s).
COM 190, 290, 390 or 490 - Special Topics in Media and Communication 3 Credit(s).
COM 271 - On-line Media 3 Credit(s).
COM 433 - Media Scriptwriting 3 Credit(s).
HON 213 - Media and Violence 3 Credit(s).
PSC 101 - American National Government and Politics 3 Credit(s).
PSC 308 - Media and Politics 3 Credit(s).
REL 151 - World Religions 3 Credit(s).
SOC 202 - Social Problems 3 Credit(s).

Total Credit Hours Required: 18

**Journalism minors may not major in English due to the College’s guidelines that no more than 39 hours in any major/minor combination may be drawn from the same academic discipline.