The Journalism minor prepares students for careers in journalism and provides a solid background for related positions in the private sector and public affairs. The minor program features a strong core in news gathering, research, writing, and critical analysis while also providing multidisciplinary perspectives on the political, ethical and legal implications of media in society. Students will gain valuable hands-on experience putting their course work into practice by becoming active members of the campus print and broadcast media (through the required work in JOUR 470 or 471/472) and by pursuing internships with professional media (through the required JOUR 465). Students are strongly encouraged to select their College Core Curriculum (CCC) courses in interdisciplinary areas such as American, ethnic and women’s studies as well as international and intercultural communication; complementary electives in and international history, politics, economics and culture are further encouraged.

Requirements for the Journalism Minor

Requirements may differ according to date of enrollment. Current students should check their college catalog.

Students are required to take 21 hours consisting of the following courses (all courses are three-credit hours; internships may vary from 1-3 credit hours; students work 40 hours per credit hour for internship credit).