Social Science Dept.  | 

Mass Communication Program  | 

Program Overview

41 credits

Why journalism?
Journalism is a necessary component of a free, democratic society. In a meaningful context, it provides the public with information on the day’s events and issues. Students learn how to identify, gather, organize, write, edit, and publish news stories in a variety of formats using legal and ethical frameworks.

Career Options
Advertising; marketing; publishing; web design; graphic design

High School Preparation
Computer Applications; English; Journalism; Speech; U.S. Government & Politics

Sample Schedule (Paradigm) and Course Descriptions