Headline writing, picture editing, make up, and the electronic newsroom are studied. An advanced course in radio news, with special attention to story structure, public affairs programs, and documentaries. Introduction to public affairs and documentary research, script writing and production. Lecture, practice and field work. JRN 271 advised concurrently.
Students use some primary research methods such as survey, interview and historical searches.
Students develop journalistic and technical skills. A supervised, contracted internship arranged by the student with an approved publication, or, in certain cases, with campus offices, either for a semester's work or summer employment. Contract must be approved by the Journalism faculty. Responsible faculty supervision and review required. Analytical reading of published pieces.