Involving yourself in such activities can be fun as well as educational. And down the road, when it comes to applying for an internship, scholarship or job, these experiences are a real plus. Students also can earn JOR 440 credit when working on projects with faculty members. Most Independent Study projects are generated by a student. You should check them regularly.
Many students study abroad, either to fulfill the language requirement or for their own interests.
If study abroad is in your plans, let your advisor know. Most programs do not have courses you can take for Journalism credit, so you need to plan your work here carefully to insure you get what you need when you need it. The UYA office in Taft Hall can fill you in on the program, and Journalism faculty are available to supervise you.