College of Arts and Sciences
Departments
English
Journalism Courses
- JOUR-C 327 Writing for Publication (3 cr.) A workshop for nonmajors to improve writing skills and learn basic requirements of writing for publication. Instruction in market analysis and interpreting specific editorial requirements, in gathering and researching background materials, and in preparing manuscripts. Examination of various types and styles of published writing. Will not count toward journalism major. (Occasionally)
- JOUR-J 200 Writing for Mass Media (3 cr.) P: Typing ability of 35 words per minute and ENG W131, or its equivalent. Small working seminar relating communication theory to practice in journalistic writing. Emphasis on narration, exposition, description, and argumentation. Development of skills in conceptualization, organization, gathering evidence, and effective presentation of articles for publication in various mass media. (Occasionally)
- JOUR-J 522 Political Communication (3 cr.) Examination lf the role of rhetoric in public discourses, policies, and practices shaping political life in the U.S. culture. Students analyze strategies employed by politicians, citizens, and activists in relation to the political process. Exploration of how texts participate in struggles to define political practice, citizenship, and national identity in America.