Print Journalism Students Must Be Able To

Report, write and edit news stories for publication in newspapers

Operate a 35mm camera

Process, print and finish black and white photographs

Prepare copy for publication and package copy in proper design and layout

Write effective and persuasive editorials based on research, logic and reasoning

Research and write creative feature articles for newspapers and magazines

Report on city and county government affairs

Develop proficiency in the use of the internet in journalism practice

Use multi-platform approaches to reaching target audiences

Proficient in methods of entrepreneurship in the communication industry