COM 202-Writing for the News Media 2

3 credit hours – Three hours weekly; one term.
Build on reporting and writing techniques learned in COM 102, with emphasis on developing sources, covering news beats, understanding media law and ethics, and reporting for print and electronic media. Study a range of news gathering techniques, learn to develop story ideas and use public records and practice journalistic writing.

Prerequisite(s): COM 102 or permission of the department chair.