• The journalism and mass communication major prepare students for careers that involve all aspects of news and information.
  • The emphasis is placed on generating ideas, organizing, writing, editing, and presenting information for various media platforms and audiences.
  • Students work with advisors to develop a program of study that prepares them for work in communication-specific areas including broadcast media, magazines and/or newspapers, photojournalism, science communication, visual communication, and digital media.
  • The coursework in this major focuses on writing, research, digital and emerging media, and professional abilities. Students are required to complete a capstone internship experience to practice and refine their skills.