In Ball State?s Department of Journalism, you'll learn advertising, journalism, and public relations from their foundations in communication, persuasion, and storytelling. You will learn not only how to apply that knowledge to current best practices; you will also learn how to continually adapt your skills and lead the transformation of journalism and strategic communications in the future.

  • Journalism Graphics - If you like designing infographics or figuring out typography for magazine layout, journalism graphics is for you.
  • Magazine Media ? If you want to be a writer or an editor for a print or online magazine, including our award-winning student magazine Ball Bearings, then this is the major for you.
  • News ? Our news students earn a double major in journalism and telecommunications. You will be prepared to tell stories through many different platforms.
  • Photojournalism ? If you want to tell stories through photography, then photojournalism is what you should pursue.
  • Education License Addition in Journalism ? Do you want to teach journalism? This program combines expertise from faculty in the Teachers College and the Department of Journalism.