Journalism Degree

Whether focusing on breaking news, in-depth reporting, sports, or arts and entertainment, journalism involves the craft of storytelling. Anderson University’s journalism major emphasizes telling stories with clarity and purpose, in a variety of media.

At Anderson University, our journalism degree is guided by high ethical standards to seek truth, craft compelling stories, and explore various types of media delivery for breaking news. At Anderson University, you will learn the technical writing and production skills you need to excel in a communications career.

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Program Overview

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Program Options

Choose a 4-year degree in journalism
Select a 30-hour complementary major in journalism, alongside another major
Add an 18-hour journalism minor to your primary program of study
An internship is required in both the complementary (30-hour) and full (42-hour) journalism majors.

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Journalism Classes

Writing for the Media
Visual Communication
Digital Production Techniques in Journalism and Public Relations
Advanced Newswriting and Reporting
Advanced Features and Magazine Writing
Communication Design
Communicating through Social Media

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Andersonian

Anderson University’s official student newspaper, the Andersonian, produces online news, feature stories, video newscasts, and audio pieces. The weekly newscast, sponsored by the Folgate Agency, features news and sports headlines and has led to national and statewide recognition through the College Media Association, the Indiana Collegiate Press Association, the Sports Video Group, and the Indiana chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. Paid staff positions offer students a chance to develop their reporting, writing, editing, design, photography, leadership, and management skills.

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