Advanced Reporting and Writing: Cyberspace, Databases, and Other Sources

Catalog description

This course builds on students' basic skills in reporting, researching, and writing learned in ENG 3050. Students are introduced to more complex, multi-layered stories. Intensive writing and reporting is involved, as students must write 8-10 articles during the semester. Students will learn how to develop story ideas on a range of topics, including education, government, politics, housing, and religion. In addition, students will develop their researching skills by learning to gather information from a variety of online sources and resources. Formerly ENG 3500. Students will receive credit for JRN 3500 or ENG 3500. Please note: Unless otherwise specified, JRN courses may not be used within the English major or minor.