While the program contains a large practical component with hands-on courses in news, reporting, copy editing, page layout, and desktop publishing, it also contains a strong theoretical component in courses that teach press history, ethics, and law.

• Write articles on speculation for the Press-Republican, Plattsburgh?s daily newspaper
• Work as a reporter, photographer, section editor, copy editor, page designer, editorial cartoonist, graphic artist, and advertising designer for Cardinal Points
• Design publications for a variety of intended audiences