JRN 302 - The History of British and American Journalism to the 20th Century
3 Credit(s)
A history of ideas and literary practice through a chronological survey of journalism from the early 18th century to the 20th century, with special emphasis on the role of the print media in British and American history.

JRN 304 - Journalism in the 20th Century
3 Credit(s)
A history of ideas through a chronological survey of journalism in the 20th century with emphasis on the national and international role journalism has played in the economic, social and political development during the century, and how journalism has changed as national and international conditions have changed, especially during the post-Watergate years. The course specially examines the ethical role of American and international journalism in modern society.

JRN 306 - Major Figures in Journalism
3 Credit(s)
A close, critical study of major figures in American and international journalism, their lives, their work and their impact.

JRN 308 - Issues and Themes
3 Credit(s)
Topics will vary but overall concern will be with literary and ethical issues and themes relative to freedom of the press, the civic and political, national and international role journalism plays in shaping policy and public opinion.

JRN 310 - Journalism Practicum
3 Credit(s)
Two semesters concentrating on journalistic writing and an ethical free press (310—fall semester every year, 311—spring semester every year). ENG 101 and 102 are prerequisites, as are basic typing and computer skills. JRN 310 offers practice in news writing and copy editing, accompanied by the study of style, repasting techniques, punctuation, usage and spelling. JRN 311 continues with practice in review writing, feature stories, sports coverage, editorial writing, headlines, typography and layout. JRN 310 is a prerequisite for JRN 311.

JRN 311 - Journalism Practicum
3 Credit(s)
Two semesters concentrating on journalistic writing and an ethical free press (310—fall semester every year, 311—spring semester every year). ENG 101 and 102 are prerequisites, as are basic typing and computer skills. JRN 310 offers practice in news writing and copy editing, accompanied by the study of style, repasting techniques, punctuation, usage and spelling. JRN 311 continues with practice in review writing, feature stories, sports coverage, editorial writing, headlines, typography and layout. JRN 310 is a prerequisite for JRN 311.

JRN 312 - 313 - Internship in Journalism
3 Credit(s)
Two semesters providing thorough, on-the-job training in the procedures of producing a daily newspaper or regular periodical. Students will gain experience in editorial, advertising, circulation, and production in functions under the supervision of the Program Director and a publisher. Three credits per semester. JRN 310 and 311 are prerequisites.

JRN 314 - Prose Style
3 Credit(s)
A course directed primarily to experienced writers on the brink of careers in journalism, public relations, or similar fields where the sophisticated use of words is demanded. Stress will be placed on the formal elements of diction, syntax, rhythm, and other stylistic devices that convert coherent writing into pleasing writing.

JRN 315 - Washington Journalism Internship
12 Credit(s)

JRN 316 - Washington Summer Journalism Internship
9 Credit(s)
Internships supervised by the Program Director and conducted at the National Journalism Center in Washington, D.C. Internships involve a 40-hour work week for a minimum of eight weeks and include the following responsibilities: (1) daily research assignments; (2) practical experience with working journalists; and (3) weekly seminars during which ethical issues and themes relative to a free press will be examined. Each intern, under the direction of the Center and the Program Director, will publish a scholarly paper on an approved topic relating to journalism. It will be of substantial length, appropriately researched and documented. Upon returning to campus, the intern will also submit a written report detailing his academic and journalistic experience. Criteria for admission to the Washington Journalism Internships are: (1) a demonstrably strong interest in journalism evidenced by substantial course work in the Herbert H. Dow II Program in American Journalism, including JRN 310 and 311; (2) academic standing of “B” or better; (3) junior status; (4) application made the preceding semester; (5) approval by the Program Director.