Introductory news writing across media platforms. Learn style, formats, and convention for broadcast and online writing and the rationale for each. Emphasis on news values, judgment, and ethics among journalists. Introduction to criminal justice system.

In this skills-based course, students survey digital best practices in data journalism, web presentation, and data visualization. Students will study the basic functions and integral properties of data analysis, HTML/CSS, and data visualization/presentation.

Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

Key ethical issues confronting journalists on all platforms: broadcast, digital, magazine, newspaper, and social. Evaluation of journalism standards and practices, especially when interests of audiences and revenue conflict. Case studies and media criticism.

Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

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.

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.

This course examines how journalists and news organizations use emerging forms of social media and mobile platforms. Students gain hands-on experience by experimenting with social media and mobile devices for newsgathering, distribution, and audience engagement.

In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.

Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.

Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

Event- and issue-oriented reporting in politics, courts, science, environment, minorities, education, local government. Several sections. One news area to a section.

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.