Minor in Journalistic Reporting and Storytelling

The Minor in Journalistic Reporting and Storytelling is designed for students who are interested in augmenting their major with strong skills in conducting primary source research, strategic use of media tools, and communicating narratives with accessible language. The minor provides students with a foundation in the principles of journalism, including ethics, newsgathering, and reporting. Students will also learn how to develop their own unique voice as a storyteller and how to craft compelling political and governmental coverage, breaking news, personality profiles, culture pieces, and more. Most importantly, a minor in reporting and storytelling will help students fluently produce and consume news within a complex media landscape, becoming a positive force against misinformation and division. Majors in Journalism and Media Communication may not complete this minor. 

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this program, students will develop a strong understanding of the principles and practices of journalism. Students will demonstrate fluency in the legal and ethical considerations of journalism and apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to real-world developments around newsgathering and dissemination.

Effective Fall 2024

Students must satisfactorily complete the total credits required for the minor. Minors and interdisciplinary minors require 12 or more upper-division (300- to 400-level) credits. Journalism and Media Communication majors are not allowed to enroll in this minor.