All of these fields have in common the ability to work and react well under pressure. Journalism requires the craft of the artist, the imagination of the showman and the urge to perform in the public service. An ability to write, to generate ideas, to understand the visual world and to have a sense of history and government all play a part in the makeup of the journalism specialist. Journalism Arts Technology is a limited entry two-year program which leads to the Associate of Applied Science degree. Admission is based on date of application and satisfactory completion of placement criteria.
Students gain practical experience through work on the campus newspaper and magazine.
The Journalism Workshop runs during the three weeks immediately preceding fall term. OA11F may be waived with the equivalent of one year high school typing. Students should consult with program adviser to determine what courses might qualify as related electives. In selecting related courses the student should consult with an adviser to determine whether a selection of courses across divisional areas or a concentration of courses within a specific division is more appropriate to the student's vocational goals. See pages 13-17 of the printed catalog.