Course Catalogs

Journalism (JNL)

JNL 500  Selected Topics  (1-6 Credits)  
Public Communications  
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable 6 times for 6 credits maximum  
JNL 530  Topics in Specialized Reporting  (3 Credits)  
Public Communications  
Event- and issue-oriented reporting in politics, courts, science, environment, minorities, education, local government. Several sections. One news area to a section.
Repeatable 2 times for 6 credits maximum  
Prereq: MND 305 OR BDJ 312 OR BDJ 364  
Shared Competencies: Civic and Global Responsibility  
JNL 535  Journalism Practicum  (1-3 Credits)  
Public Communications  
Journalism experiences in professional settings under guidance of site supervisor and faculty. Regular class meetings. Weekly reflections and final project in addition to internship responsibilities. Additional work required of graduate students.
Repeatable 3 times for 3 credits maximum  
Prereq: BDJ 364 or MND 305 or BDJ 312 or BDJ 664 or MND 615  
Shared Competencies: Communication Skills; Ethics and Integrity  
JNL 600  Selected Topics  (1-6 Credits)  
Public Communications  
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable 6 times for 6 credits maximum  
JNL 630  Topics in Journalism and Media  (3 Credits)  
Public Communications  
Double-numbered with JNL 430  
In-depth look at different topics in journalism. Topics address historical as well as contemporary issues that bridge journalism and media. Additional work is required of graduate students.
Repeatable 2 times for 6 credits maximum  
JNL 642  Advanced Data Journalism: Telling Stories with Data  (3 Credits)  
Public Communications  
Double-numbered with JNL 442  
Explore ways to use data and public records to develop investigative stories and interactives. Learn analytical and other tools to break news on major projects and daily beats. Additional work required of graduate students.
Advisory recommendation Prereq: BDJ 611 or MND 641  
JNL 690  Independent Study  (1 Credit)  
Public Communications  
Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
Repeatable