This workshop trains students in magazine writing and production through hands-on experience working on a high-quality student magazine, the Peacock. Students participate in a newsroom setting in a variety of roles -- from writing and editing to pagination and layout -- to produce the Peacock in both print and online versions. Students will learn researching and writing techniques as well as how to interview and source stories for magazines. They will gain pre-professional experience preparing them for entry-level positions in magazine journalism – whether print publications or online magazines. Note: Up to 8 credits for Journalism Practica can be applied toward the degree. May be taken twice for credit.
Code
CM1850
Name
MAGAZINE JOURNALISM PRACTICUM
Credits
2
Pre-requisites
None
Co-requisites
None
Can be taken twice for credit?
Yes
Discipline
CM (Communications)
Level
Undergraduate
Type
Regular
CAMS ID
4144
Last update with CAMS
gain hands-on experience in magazine journalism
participate in a team-building experience in magazine production
learn to develop story ideas and to meet deadlines for both drafts and final work
gain an understanding of the different types of magazine writing (profiles, features, essays, reviews, opinion pieces, etc.)
gain experience working on the back end of a website to produce magazine-style stories