Journalism Minor

COMM2011 A survey course in the history of journalism in America, with emphasis on the development of principles of modern journalistic practice, including broadcasting.

COMM2214 This course provides an introduction to the principles and practices of the broadcasting industry. While the focus will be on radio broadcasting, many of the discussions will have application to the television industry as well, particulary when it comes to legal issues. The course wull include training & practice in radio productions. Students will also receive an introduction to radio programming (both commercial & noncommercial), production, broadcast station policies, legal issues and industry trends.

COMM2345 This course will give students the opportunity to develop or enhance their writing portfolio by completing journalistic assignments for the College at Florham's campus newspaper, The Metro. Students will gain real world experience with newsgathering, interviewing, preparation of copy and copy editing, proofreading, headline writing, page layout and design, and picture editing

COMM2443 Ethics in both the print and broadcast media, using current newspaper articles and news programming as resources. Students participate in the decision-making process of reviewing and selecting information for mass audiences. Emphasis on class discussions.

COMM3012 Practical instruction in newswriting, feature writing and reporting and interviewing for newspapers. How to cover and write about meetings, speeches, crime, the courts and business. Standard news style and ethical and legal limitations on the press.

COMM3013 Practice in writing feature articles for magazines, newspapers and other print media.

COMM3015 This course will give students the opportunity to write news articles and analyses about the race for the U.S. presidency. Students will work on breaking news and longer form pieces, all while examining the political process. Students also will review and critique the work of national media outlets, especially once the election is over. Articles will be submitted to The Metro for possible publication.

COMM3016 Practical instruction in editing copy and writing headlines for newspapers. Also covers standard news style, newsroom routine, newsroom technology, wire services, photo editing, typography, page makeup and design and ethical and legal limitations on the press.

COMM3248 This course will prepare students to write for the electronic news media. In addition to developing the skills necessary for writing good radio and television news copy and promotional/ commercial copy, students will also discuss current issues (ethics, legal issues and history) as well as current events in broadcast journalism. Writing projects will be completed both individualy and in teams and sample asignments may include radio and television commercials, broadcast news copy, broadcast interviews, public service announcements, and dramatic pieces.

COMM3432 This course is one of the Sports & Movement minor electives. It is concerned with the news and feature writing of sports events, including reportorial skills, photography, and opinion writing. Attention given also to public relations and promotion of sports and sports events.

COMM4444 This course will attempt to keep up with the ever-changing media landscape. In addition to developing the skills needed to ensure they produce solid journalism, students will learn how to apply multimedia techniques to tell stories in new and interesting ways. Throughout the semester, students will work on developing their own Web pages, complete with original reporting, audio and video components, photography and blogs. Students will also study current events, as well as ethical and legal issues in electronic media.