The minor in Multimedia Journalism is designed to help students in other majors learn how to communicate with the general public. The minor teaches students how to:
- write clearly and concisely as journalists do
- research using tools and databases that working journalists use
- relate facts through words, images, videos, podcasts and/or designs
The minor in Multimedia Journalism is perfect for any student who hopes to communicate effectively about their fields of interest.
CURRICULUM
Course List Code | Title | Hours |
COMM 175 | Introduction to Communication | 3 |
COMM 205 | Reporting Basics I: Writing and Interviewing 1 | 3 |
COMM 208 | Reporting Basics II: Technology for Journalists | 3 |
| 9 |
| Intro to Video Production | |
| Photojournalism | |
| Broadcast Newswriting 1 | |
| News Editing | |
| Environmental Journalism 1 | |
| Social Media | |
| Feature & Opinion Writing 1 | |
| Editorial Design I: Newspaper & Online | |
| Sports Broadcasting | |
| Web Design and Usability | |
| Themes in Multimedia Journalism | |
| Health Communication | |
| Advanced Reporting Topics 1,2 | |
| Editorial Design II: Magazine & Interactive | |
| Investigative & Public Affairs Reporting | |
| Video Documentary 2 | |
| Newscasting and Producing | |
| Multimedia Journalism Research Methods | |
| Special Topics: Multimedia Journalism | |
| Digital Storytelling Abroad 2 | |
| Multimedia Journalism Practicum 2 | |
Total Hours | 18 |
Suggested Sequence of Courses
The below sequence of courses is meant to be used as a suggested path for completing coursework. An individual student’s completion of requirements depends on course offerings in a given term as well as the start term for a major or graduate study. Students should consult their advisor for assistance with course selection.
Plan of Study Grid
Sophomore |
Fall |
COMM 175 |
Introduction to Communication |
3 |
| Hours | 3 |
Spring |
COMM 205 |
Reporting Basics I: Writing and Interviewing |
3 |
| Hours | 3 |
Junior |
Fall |
COMM 208 |
Reporting Basics II: Technology for Journalists |
3 |
| Hours | 3 |
Spring |
|
3 |
| Hours | 3 |
Senior |
Fall |
|
3 |
| Hours | 3 |
Spring |
|
3 |
| Hours | 3 |
| Total Hours | 18 |