Particular attention is paid to the position of the media in developing nations. Examination of the methods and problems of the American foreign correspondent. Sets criteria for defining journalism and literature. E.B. White, Updike, Didion and Tom Wolfe which have earned a place in literature. Back to Course Listings JOUR316.
Feature Writing covers the feature article for both newspapers and magazines.
Discusses style, organization, human interest, use of quotes, leads and article ideas. Emphasis is on clear readable prose. Publishable articles are submitted to the Daily Forty-Niner or University Magazine. Back to Course Listings JOUR319. Focuses on news reporting and includes study of reporting and writing different types of stories.