Journalism Minor

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Peter DeCaro, Ph.D., Director

Office: Demergasso-Bava Hall 125
Phone: (209) 667-3371

Journalism is a degree minor in the Department of Communication Studies that is open to students in any major. It is designed to provide an academic background in aspects of mass communication applicable to work in the public media including newspapers, broadcasting, public relations, and public information functions of businesses and public service organizations. Opportunities for practical media experience and internship training are a feature of the curriculum in the minor.

Requirements

(18 units)

1. Complete the following required course:

(3 units)

JOUR 2150 - Writing for the Media

2. Complete the following courses:

(9 units)

3. Select six units of elective courses.

Note:

Up to 6 units of the 18-unit total may be taken CR/NC.