Writing about Health and Healthcare

Catalog description

In this course, students create engaging, accurate works of journalism about health, care, and medicine in American life. They practice the elements of good reported narrative: depth of research and insight; evocative scene and description; compelling voice; and clear, engaging sentences. Pursuing independent projects, with opportunities to work in multiple media and encouragement to pitch their stories to outlets, students improve their reporting, writing, and production techniques—while learning about and adhering to journalism ethics. Writing sample required for admission in first week of class. Registration after classes begin requires instructor approval. S/NC