- Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of the principles of photojournalism.
- Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of the ethical standards of the journalism profession.
- Investigate, report, digitally photograph and digitally edit photos for news stories, feature stories and photo documentaries.
- Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team.
- Develop and produce a photo documentary (traditionally in both fall and spring semesters) that meets professional industry standards.
- Demonstrate an entry-level professional competency through the successful completion of an internship or other professional field experience.
- Demonstrate the ability to digitally photograph and edit still photos and video for newpapers, online news, television news, multimedia publications and social media.