Investigative Reporting

Catalog description

This course gives students experience in investigative reporting techniques and approaches and in researching and preparing investigative reports in print (newspapers and magazines) and electronic (radio and television) media. Students review the Freedom of Information Act as well as study and practice investigative reporting skills. Extensive public documents research, on-location reporting, and three reports are required for course completion. Formerly ENG 4750. Students will receive credit for JRN 4750 or ENG 4750. Please note: Unless otherwise specified, JRN courses may not be used within the English major or minor.