Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Media
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Media
Studying journalism at California Baptist University provides students with practical experience in this constantly changing field. Students can choose to concentrate their studies in photo communications, public relations, global journalism or print and convergent journalism. The field of journalism is changing but the research, interviewing and writing skills, along with design and public relation skills, that students master through this program prepare them to work in journalism, public relations and related fields.
Journalism Minor
CBU students can also choose to make journalism their minor, developing their skills in design, writing, photography and copyediting. This minor is an asset to many majors as the ability to write, edit and graphically package content is a highly marketable skill.
Public Relations Minor
CBU students can choose to minor in Public Relations, developing their oral and written communication skills as they learn to work on campaigns, branding and internal and external communications. This course provides marketable skills as students learn to create public relations materials including a press kit with brochures, flyers and web communications including including social media.
Internship Opportunities
CBU journalism students also have the opportunity to apply to Washington Journalism Center, Associated Press, local newspapers, magazines and public relations firms. The WJC Internship provides an advanced, experimental semester on Capitol Hill that cultivates professional news skills and encourages students to think through the implications of being a Christian working in the news media. The center introduces students to internship opportunities at major newspapers, news service providers, associations and other entities that give them "real world" working experience and more powerful resume.
Journalism Program Student Outcomes
1. Publish articles or photos in university publications or professional publicationsm in an ethical manner.
2. Portfolio of articles
3. Attend conferences and synthesize material provided.
4. Student editors will copy-edit and use graphic design computer software
5. Complete Yearbook design/Newspaper Design
6. Communicate and write professionally
Program Requirements - Journalism (39 units)
This major seeks to develop students' skills in professional-level journalistic writing, including investigation, interviewing and reporting, explanatory and analytical writing, editing, layout and design, and media law and ethics, in accordance with nationally accepted journalism standards. Journalism majors can choose a focus area to study including print and convergent media, photo communications, global journalism and public relations. Social media and the world of freelance journalism are discussed in various courses including Applied Journalism which is a course that introduces students to new freelance opportunities that they can pursue while they study journalism.
Complete courses from the following:
Lower Division Requirements
COM113 Oral Communications
COM113 Oral Communications
This course is designed to introduce the process of public communication and to help develop and refine the skills of oral communication. (3 units; Multicultural; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | COM113-O | O | Vennemann, Darlene Sue | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 2:00 PM - 3:20 PM | James Complex 181 |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-J | J | Rowland, William F | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-M | M | Rowland, William F | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-N | N | Rowland, William F | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-E | E | Vennemann, Darlene Sue | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex 181 |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-I | I | Murray, Donald R. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-B | B | Murray, Donald R. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-L | L | Vennemann, Darlene Sue | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-H | H | Marse, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 2:00 PM - 3:20 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-A | A | Pate, John R. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-C | C | Cervantes, Cynthia D. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-D | D | Cervantes, Cynthia D. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | James Complex 181 |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-F | F | Murray, Donald R. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Fall 2013 | COM113-G | G | Marse, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex 356 |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-A | A | Pate, John R. | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-B | B | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-C | C | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-D | D | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-E | E | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-F | F | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-G | G | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-H | H | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 2:00 PM - 3:20 PM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-I | I | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-J | J | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | James Complex Array |
| Spring 2014 | COM113-K | K | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | James Complex Array |
GDM120 Fundamental Typography
GDM120 Fundamental Typography
This course explores the tools and implementations of Adobe InDesign through assigned projects and exercises. Techniques will be explored and explained. Best practice work-flows will be taught. The goal of this course is a working knowledge of InDesign for the student and for the student to be able to identify key typography concepts. (3 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | GDM120-B | B | Berger, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Friday | 11:00 AM - 1:50 PM | James Complex 342 |
| Fall 2013 | GDM120-A | A | Berger, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Friday | 8:00 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex 332 |
JRN170 Introduction to Journalism
JRN170 Introduction to Journalism
An introduction to elements of basic journalism: reporting, style, editing and ethics. Prerequisite: ENG 113. (3 units; Interdisciplinary/Multicultural; Fall)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN170-A | A | McDaniel, Micah | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex 367 |
| Fall 2013 | JRN170-B | B | Chute, Michael D. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | James Complex 367 |
| Spring 2014 | JRN170-A | A | McDaniel, Micah | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | James Complex ONLN |
JRN253 News Editing and Design
JRN253 News Editing and Design
Principles and practice of newspaper editing, copy improvement, headline writing, news photos and cutlines, wire services, typography, copy schedules and control, page design and layout. Prerequisite: ENG 113.(3 units; Interdisciplinary/Multicultural; Fall)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN253-A | A | Chute, Michael D. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex 367 |
Lower Division Publication Requirements
JRN212 Yearbook Production
JRN212 Yearbook Production
A course designed to give the student basic skills and practical experience in the processes which lead to the production and distribution of a publication. Members of the class constitute the editorial staff of the University yearbook. Meets three hours per week for critiques in writing, editing and design, followed by production. May be repeated for credit. A total of 12 units from publication courses JRN 212, 215, 412 and 415 may be applied to the major/minor, of which 6 may be upper division. Prerequisite: ENG 113. (3 units; Interdisciplinary/Multicultural; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN212-A | A | Romo, Sandra Jean | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday | 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | James Complex ONLN |
| Spring 2014 | JRN212-A | A | Romo, Sandra Jean | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday | 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | James Complex ONLN |
JRN215 Newspaper Production
JRN215 Newspaper Production
Members of the class constitute the editorial staff of the University newspaper. Meets weekly for discussion, instruction and critique of assignments as they pertain to news reporting, writing and editing, followed by production. May be repeated for credit. A total of 12 units from publication courses JRN 212, 215, 412 and 415 may be applied to the major/minor, of which 6 may be upper division. Prerequisite: ENG 113. (3 units; Interdisciplinary/Multicultural; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN215-A | A | Chute, Michael D. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | James Complex 367 |
| Spring 2014 | JRN215-A | A | Chute, Michael D. | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex Array |
Upper Division Requirements
COM403 Communication Theory
COM403 Communication Theory
This course is designed to introduce theories in the academic field of communication studies. The focus of the course will be on recognizing human communication theories in everyday life, and being able to critically examine situations in multiple cultural contexts based on those theories. Connections will be made between these theories and the prominent theories of related fields. (3 units; Interdisciplinary; Multicultural; Fall)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | COM403-A | A | Marse, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:50 PM | TBA Array |
JRN450 Internship in Journalism
JRN450 Internship in Journalism
Under faculty supervision, the student will be assigned to a position, utilizing principles of journalism acquired and employed throughout their university experience. This internship provides an opportunity for investigating and participating in field experience with a practitioner of the trade, giving depth and breadth to their understanding of journalism as a whole. Prerequisite: Consent of Department Chair.(1-3 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN450-A | A | Chute, Michael D. | 09/03/2013 | Array | Array - Array | Instructor OFFC |
| Spring 2014 | JRN450-A | A | Chute, Michael D. | 01/08/2014 | Array | Array - Array | Instructor OFFC |
Upper Division Publication Requirements
JRN412 Advanced Yearbook Production
JRN412 Advanced Yearbook Production
A course designed to give the student advanced skills and practical experience in the processes which lead to the production and distribution of a publication. Members of the class constitute the editorial staff of the University yearbook. Meets three hours per week for critiques in writing, editing and design, followed by production. May be repeated for credit. A total of 12 units from publication courses JRN 212, 215, 412 and 415 may be applied to the major/minor, of which 6 may be upper division. Prerequisite: JRN 212.(3 units; Interdisciplinary/Multicultural; Fall, Spring))
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN412-A | A | Romo, Sandra Jean | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday | 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | James Complex ONLN |
| Spring 2014 | JRN412-A | A | Romo, Sandra Jean | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday | 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | James Complex ONLN |
JRN415 Advanced Newspaper Production
JRN415 Advanced Newspaper Production
Members of the class constitute the editorial staff of the University newspaper. Meets weekly for discussion, instruction and critique of assignments as they pertain to news reporting, writing and editing, followed by production. May be repeated for credit. A total of 12 units from publication courses JRN 212, 215, 412 and 415 may be applied to the major/minor, of which 6 may be upper division. Prerequisite: JRN 215. (3 units; Interdisciplinary/Multicultural; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN415-A | A | Chute, Michael D. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex 367 |
| Spring 2014 | JRN415-A | A | Chute, Michael D. | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex Array |
Concentrations (12 units)
Global Journalism
ICS105 Introduction to Global Studies
ICS105 Introduction to Global Studies
This course contrasts basic western egocentric Christianity with the God-centered global perspective of biblical Christianity. The course addresses the basic elements of the Christian faith in the context of God's global agenda. Topics include worldview, God's global purpose, the Kingdom of God, prayer, the Holy Spirit, the mission of the Church. (3 units; Interdisciplinary, Multicultural; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | ICS105-E | E | Nsofor, C. Fyne L. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:20 AM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | ICS105-C | C | Nsofor, C. Fyne L. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | Sch Business Building 125 |
| Fall 2013 | ICS105-D | D | Lewis, Jeff C. | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | Sch Business Building ONLN |
| Fall 2013 | ICS105-B | B | Lewis, Jeff C. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | Sch Business Building ONLN |
| Fall 2013 | ICS105-A | A | Lewis, Jeff C. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | Sch Business Building Array |
| Spring 2014 | ICS105-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | TBA Array |
| Spring 2014 | ICS105-D | D | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | TBA Array |
| Spring 2014 | ICS105-B | B | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:20 AM | TBA Array |
| Spring 2014 | ICS105-C | C | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | TBA Array |
ICS130 Intercultural Communications for
ICS130 Intercultural Communications for
This course is designed to assist international students in understanding nd implementing successful intercultural communications theory, integrating successfully into American academic culture, and developing necessary communication skills in order to relate cross-culturally in their academic, professional, and personal lives. The course will also aid the student in interacting with Christian faith. Prerequisite: International Student or Dean Approval. (3 units; Interdisciplinary/Multicultural)
JRN371 Applied Journalism Production
JRN371 Applied Journalism Production
The purpose of this course is to prepare students to be skilled journalist. The type of journalism covered will be: newspaper and magazine writing, business writing, website style writing and freelance writing. Students will learn to analyze published material. (3 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2014 | JRN371-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | TBA ONLN |
PHI353 Comparative Religions
PHI353 Comparative Religions
This course is an introduction to the major religious traditions of the world, particularly Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The historical development, key figures, as well as major doctrines and practices are explored. (3 units; Interdisciplinary; Multicultural; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | PHI353-D | D | Nsofor, C. Fyne L. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 2:00 PM - 3:20 PM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | PHI353-C | C | Mosteller, Timothy | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | PHI353-B | B | Stumpf, Amy R. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | Yeager Center A110 |
| Fall 2013 | PHI353-A | A | Stumpf, Amy R. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | Yeager Center A110 |
| Spring 2014 | PHI353-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | TBA Array |
| Spring 2014 | PHI353-B | B | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | TBA Array |
Photo Journalism
JRN310 Photojournalism
JRN310 Photojournalism
A course offering an examination of elements of excellent photographic principles. Attention will be given to the development of artistic and technical skills: composition, focus, lighting techniques, photo editing; as well as personal skills: relating to subjects, reporters, and editors. An excellent photograph provides insight into written stories and many times the stories are told more effectively with pictures. This course will teach the art of telling a story with pictures. Prerequisite: ART 210. (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN310-A | A | Kitada, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | Yeager Center B110 |
| Spring 2014 | JRN310-A | A | Kitada, Michael | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:20 AM | Yeager Center B110 |
JRN320 Ethics in Public Relatns & Journ
JRN320 Ethics in Public Relatns & Journ
This course is an introduction to the ethical and legal aspects of public relations and journalism. Students will gain practical insight into the field through review of real-world case studies and public relations materials on ethics, policies and law. (3 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN320-A | A | Romo, Sandra Jean | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | James Complex ONLN |
| Spring 2014 | JRN320-A | A | Chute, Michael D. | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex 375 |
JRN410 Advanced Photo Journalism
JRN410 Advanced Photo Journalism
This course is a study on the field of advanced photojournalism and the various skill sets that a photographer needs to be a competent visual storyteller. The course will enhance the student's skills as a visual storyteller in the areas of photo stories, sports coverage, news situations, feature photography, and advanced portrait techniques including lighting. Students will gain practical insight into the field through the hands on experience of shooting on a day to day basis and the publishing of their work in the Banner and/or the Banner website. Prerequisite: JRN310 (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN410-A | A | Kitada, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | Yeager Center B110 |
| Spring 2014 | JRN410-A | A | Kitada, Michael | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:20 AM | Yeager Center B110 |
ART210 Beginning Photography
ART210 Beginning Photography
The course offers instruction in basic photography skills and provides an introduction to photography. Attention will be given to the development of rudimentary skills including composition, focus, lighting techniques; as well as personal skills: relating to subjects. An excellent photograph captures for eternity a moment in time. This course will teach the art of using a camera to capture those moments. (3 units; Interdisciplinary)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | ART210-A | A | Kitada, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:20 AM | Yeager Center B110 |
| Fall 2013 | ART210-B | B | Kitada, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | Yeager Center B110 |
Public Relations
Public Relations major gains an understanding of the contribution and responsibility of public relations/communication departments in organizations in both the private and public sectors. The importance of ethics, branding and social media are also stressed. An outstanding feature of this program is the opportunity for students to gain practical experience and networking connections through internships. Students can take several different internships at advertising and public relations firms as well as at the profit and nonprofit organizations. Public Relations major is encouraged to join the CBU chapter of the PRSSA club which also provides networking opportunities.
COM300 Public Relations
COM300 Public Relations
Principles, history and professional practice of public relations and the writing and production of materials for special events, newsletters, and brochures. (3 units; Interdisciplinary; Multicultural; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | COM300-A | A | Romo, Sandra Jean | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex ONLN |
| Fall 2013 | COM300-B | B | Romo, Sandra Jean | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex ONLN |
| Spring 2014 | COM300-A | A | Romo, Sandra Jean | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | TBA ONLN |
JRN320 Ethics in Public Relatns & Journ
JRN320 Ethics in Public Relatns & Journ
This course is an introduction to the ethical and legal aspects of public relations and journalism. Students will gain practical insight into the field through review of real-world case studies and public relations materials on ethics, policies and law. (3 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN320-A | A | Romo, Sandra Jean | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | James Complex ONLN |
| Spring 2014 | JRN320-A | A | Chute, Michael D. | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:50 PM | James Complex 375 |
JRN349 Copy Editng Magazns Newppr & Prs
JRN349 Copy Editng Magazns Newppr & Prs
A course involving students in an in-depth study of procedures of copy editing for newspapers, books and magazines. Through assignments and exercises, students will develop superior skills in grammar and word usage, punctuation, spelling, style, fact checking, use of reference books, and writing headlines and captions. Students will practice substantive editing, line editing and proofreading. The special conditions of the increasing important Internet to copy editors will be explained. Students will learn the vocabulary of printing and page layout.(3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2014 | JRN349-A | A | Chute, Michael D. | 01/08/2014 | Monday, Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | James Complex ONLN |
JRN371 Applied Journalism Production
JRN371 Applied Journalism Production
The purpose of this course is to prepare students to be skilled journalist. The type of journalism covered will be: newspaper and magazine writing, business writing, website style writing and freelance writing. Students will learn to analyze published material. (3 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2014 | JRN371-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | TBA ONLN |
Print and Convergent Journalism
JRN220 Podcast & Broadcast Principles
JRN220 Podcast & Broadcast Principles
This course is a study on the field of broadcasting within the form of a pod cast. The evolution of this new form of media and the impact it has had in the field of journalism will be explored. Instructional goals are to enhance awareness of new broadcast journalism-pod cast; to increase the ability to identify effective pod cast episodes and demonstrate an understanding of the ethics, standards and legalities of producing and publishing pod cast episodes; to enhance the ability to employ reason and logic as tools for discerning the evolution of the field of broadcast journalism; and to provide knowledge and skills necessary to work on a pod cast team. (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN220-A | A | Renck, Thomas Martin | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | James Complex 166 |
| Spring 2014 | JRN220-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | Yeager Center B220 |
JRN310 Photojournalism
JRN310 Photojournalism
A course offering an examination of elements of excellent photographic principles. Attention will be given to the development of artistic and technical skills: composition, focus, lighting techniques, photo editing; as well as personal skills: relating to subjects, reporters, and editors. An excellent photograph provides insight into written stories and many times the stories are told more effectively with pictures. This course will teach the art of telling a story with pictures. Prerequisite: ART 210. (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | JRN310-A | A | Kitada, Michael | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | Yeager Center B110 |
| Spring 2014 | JRN310-A | A | Kitada, Michael | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:20 AM | Yeager Center B110 |
JRN350 Magazine Article Writing
JRN350 Magazine Article Writing
Development of versatile writing and research skills for selected print media, with emphasis on magazine article and newspaper feature, includes overview of magazine market. (3 units; Interdisciplinary/Multicultural; Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2014 | JRN350-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Thursday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 PM | James Complex ONLN |
JRN371 Applied Journalism Production
JRN371 Applied Journalism Production
The purpose of this course is to prepare students to be skilled journalist. The type of journalism covered will be: newspaper and magazine writing, business writing, website style writing and freelance writing. Students will learn to analyze published material. (3 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2014 | JRN371-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday | 9:30 AM - 10:50 AM | TBA ONLN |
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