Journalism Program Why Study Journalism at HPU? The skills acquired in Journalism are useful in any field. Journalism can provide competency in gathering information; establishing veracity and credibility; clear, precise writing; skillful editing; a mastery of photography, video, audio, graphics and design; plus the ability to effectively present information in print, broadcast or digital forms. These skills are valuable and d will enhance any career.
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW/OBJECTIVES Journalism is the gathering, interpretation, writing, editing, presentation and dissemination of information upon which we base our society’s decisions. Such information may be breaking news such as war or disaster, may provide insight into the triumphs and tragedies of the human condition, or offer important practical information to people about their daily lives. Students prepare for graduate study and careers in print journalism, broadcasting, photojournalism, online, digital or design. They learn to interview and gather data from multiple sources. They learn to present that data quickly, accurately, and fairly. They become cognizant of the effects of agenda-setting, bias, and gate-keeping of information vital to an informed public. The major goal of the HPU Journalism program is to help students become ethical communicators no matter what area of Journalism they undertake. This reflects the continuing, major transformational era that Journalism has been undergoing. This process continues to evolve at a rapid speed. Our program is based on the convergence of media in the multi-platform, digital age.
Students who major in journalism will be prepared to: • Think critically and write clearly, concisely, correctly, and in an appropriate style for print, broadcast, or Internet media • Demonstrate an understanding of basic journalism theory • Demonstrate an understanding of and an ability to apply principles and practices of journalism law and ethics, including development of personal standards and an analytical system for resolving ethical conflict • Demonstrate dynamic, effective, and persuasive oral, written, visual and digital communication skills • Demonstrate the ability to practice journalism and to function as reporters, writers, editors, photographers, videographers, and/or web, digital and graphic designers • Present information in all available media: print, radio, television, web or multimedia
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