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Oct 23, 2026
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JOU 216 - Writing for Mass Media
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction to news writing for newspapers and other print media including the techniques of news gathering, reporting, and interviewing. Emphasis is placed on basic methods of gathering information, conducting interviews, organizing a story, writing leads, writing clear, concise copy, and upon developing research skills. Upon completion, students should be able to write clear, concise, accurate, complete, balanced and readable news stories according to guidelines set by industry standards.
Transfer Note: This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
State Course Code S21391
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