WFM BJMC 1103: WRITING FOR MEDIA

This writing and survey course helps students focus their skills by exploring different forms of writing online and in print. We will develop strong basic reporting and writing skills. Using different story forms – including but not limited to journalistic news students will learn how to write a diverse set of stories and embrace the freedom and responsibilities of web journalism. Students will learn Associated Press style and various journalistic reporting and writing techniques. They will learn the basics of writing press releases and other journalistic and communication forms. You will be critiqued by the instructor. Expect practical and historical lessons.