Journalism (B.A.)

Wayne State University

The journalism program seeks to produce graduates who can gather, analyze, and present the information that enables the public to make informed decisions. Successful journalism graduates understand the social and technological changes that are complicating public communication and are comfortable addressing the interests and needs of diverse audiences.Gather information through a variety of techniques used in the field using different media platforms.Present information in accurate, concise, and grammatically correct written ways through different media.Use the profession's "best practices" in both gathering and presenting the news.Show an awareness through an Exit Interview that the profession is and will continue to evolve, both in terms of ever-changing technology and in the structure of the workplace.Make informed assessments as to the quality of information gathered using critical thinking skills.

College of Fine Performing and Communication Arts