JRN 581 - Public Affairs Reporting

Credits: 3

A course that polishes the communications skills of journalism teachers and student publication advisors. Course work, writing assignments, and class lectures and discussions will focus on the covering of local and state government, the judicial system, local and state legislative processes, and regional agencies. Assignments include an in-depth research paper on an issue or topic of current interest.

Prerequisite(s): COMM 192 (grade of C or better), ENG 101 (grade of C or better), and ENG 201 (grade of C or better)

Term(s) Offered: Irregularly offered

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