ENG 21700 Introduction to Journalism

An examination of the forms, functions and philosophies of modern American journalism from its origins to the present day, with an emphasis on journalistic ethics and the written and unwritten rules of journalism. Students learn to read and interpret news critically, gather information and write with precision in a journalistic style. Using Outlook Student Press, students also learn the rights and responsibilities of student journalism in both print and digital media, while simultaneously investigating, reporting and editing stories.