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3.00 Credits
The focus of this section of Editorial Skills is on the theory and practice of newspaper design. Students will learn skills in typography, photo sizing and cropping, copy and issue fitting, and computer typesetting and layout using state of the art desktop publishing programs. NOTES: PREREQUISITE: JOUR 115 OFFERED EVERY SPRING SEMESTER
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3.00 Credits
Instruction will focus on what a journalist needs to know to perform well as a photojournalist - one who seeks to illuminate truth through the use of the visual. The course will include the study of how to use a digital/SLR camera, how to select and arrange subject matter, how to work with photos in Photoshop, and how to identify and take good news/feature photos. Requirement: a digital/SLR camera with automatic and manual features. NOTE: OFFERED EVERY OTHER FALL SEMESTER
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4.00 Credits
An introductory lecture-laboratory course in electronic media. The history of broadcasting and its social effects will be emphasized, along with the techniques of programming, news casting, interviewing, and writing of commercials. NOTES: CROSS-LISTED WITH COMM 280 PREREQUISITE: COMM 110 OFFERED EVERY OTHER YEAR
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the development of American journalism from colonial times to the present. Using primary source readings and films, in addition to textbooks, the course will examine changes within the journalism industry itself, the response of that industry to changes in American society and culture, and the effects journalism has had on American life. NOTE: CROSS-LISTED WITH HIST 290 OFFERED EVERY OTHER SPRING SEMESTER
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3.00 Credits
Students in this course will study freedom of the press through the examination of significant court cases, particularly those that have come before the U.S. Supreme Court. Issues to be studied include libel, privacy, prior restraint and free press v. fair trial. In addition, students will study ethical issues, most of which are inseparable from the legal matters to be considered. NOTE: OFFERED EVERY OTHER FALL SEMESTER
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3.00 Credits
Conducted as a workshop, this course considers a step-by-step approach to the business of freelance writing. Students learn how to select a topic and then market story ideas and ultimately articles to editors. Learning to write well will be the emphasis of the class. Students will read, analyze and study a wide range of articles as they develop their writing style. NOTES: CROSS-LISTED WITH ENGL 312 OFFERED EVERY SPRING SEMESTER
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3.00 Credits
Conducted as a workshop, this course considers the theory and practice of writing reviews and opinion pieces. Students will review a variety of popular art forms, and will develop skills in writing editorial and opinion pieces. The study and critique of local and national reviewers and opinion writers will also be included. NOTES: CROSS-LISTED WITH ENGL 315 OFFERED EVERY OTHER FALL SEMESTER
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3.00 Credits
A study of attitude formation, attitude change and the impact of public opinion on public policy and an examination of how the American electorate votes and why they vote the way they do. Included is and analysis of the media's influence on the political opinions of the United States citizens and lawmakers, the media's ability to determine which political issues get placed on the public agenda, and the degree to which these issues are presented in an unbiased and objective manner. In addition, each presidential election since 1952 will be covered in detail. NOTES: CROSS-LISTED WITH GOVT 335 OFFERED EVERY OTHER YEAR
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3.00 Credits
The principles and practice of public relations. Lectures, reading, and discussion will introduce students to the theories, techniques, and application of public relations. In addition, case studies and group and individual projects will be used to refine and apply course concepts. NOTES: CROSS-LISTED WITH COMM 365 OFFERED EVERY FALL SEMESTER
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
Work in a professional setting in the journalistic area of the student's choice, usually involving full- or parttime employment by a cooperating newspaper or magazine, radio or television station, advertising agency or public relations office. Arranged on an individual basis. Open only to majors and minors. NOTE: OFFERED EVERY SEMESTER
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