2018-2019 Undergraduate Course Catalog 
    
    May 17, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications Courses


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Advertising

  • ADV 200 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • ADV 201 - Best Advertisements in the Universe

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Exploration of ads from all around the world analyzing their content, style and effectiveness across cultures. Learn how award-winning ads are developed, produced and their impact. For non-majors.
  • ADV 206 - Advertising Practice in a Diverse Society

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Introduce students to the role of advertising in business. Students will learn basic concepts, regulations, ethics, and diversity associated with advertising as well as how advertising fits into the marketing structure of most industries.
  • ADV 208 - The Big Idea in Advertising

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    A look at the most creative advertising strategies and advertising agencies. Develop a critical understanding of a Big Idea in advertising; how it’s developed, nurtured, exploited and the impact it can have.
    PREREQ: ADV 206 
  • ADV 300 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • ADV 307 - Conceptual and Creative Thinking in Media Planning

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Students learn media planning fundamentals to understand how different media are used to enhance the persuasive power of the advertising message. The class will prepare a media plan to support a marketing communications campaign.
    PREREQ: ADV 208 
  • ADV 345 - International Advertising

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: ADV 645
    Challenges and ethical issues in international advertising. Discussions concerning comparative cultural, geo-economic, and socio-political conditions relevant to topic. “Glocalization” will be the main focus in the discussions.
    PREREQ: COM 107
  • ADV 400 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • ADV 401 - Portfolio I

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Major components that go into creating print ad campaigns including benefit, strategy, conceptual thinking, art direction, and copywriting.
    PREREQ: ADV 208 
  • ADV 421 - Portfolio II

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Students begin to craft their portfolios. They will complete a variety of advertising print campaigns that will readily demonstrate a strong command of layout, design, copywriting, and conceptual thinking.
    PREREQ: ADV 401 
  • ADV 425 - Integrated Advertising Campaigns

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Function as a full service advertising agency, encompassing all the disciplines studied during the student’s tenure at Newhouse. Students work with clients and execute a complete campaign, from strategy to creative executions and a media plan.
    PREREQ: ADV 307  OR ADV 421  
  • ADV 431 - Portfolio III

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    This course will help students complete their portfolios which will consist of 20 advertisements, including three complete ad campaigns. Oral presentation, job hunting, and the analysis of various ad markets.
    PREREQ: ADV 421 
  • ADV 499 - Honors Capstone Project

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
    Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
  • ADV 500 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • ADV 507 - Strategic Media Planning

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Students will develop a strategic and advanced working knowledge of advertising media planning and buying, audience measurement, media research, new media concepts, audience segmentation and sales presentation.
    PREREQ: ADV 307 
  • ADV 509 - Advertising Research and Planning: A Case Study Approach

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Students will learn how to apply theory and practice of advertising research by analyzing cases and studies in marketing communications and academic publications. Account planning, qualitative, and quantitative research skills are emphasized.
    PREREQ: ADV 208 
  • ADV 523 - Digital Branding and Strategy

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Crosslisted with: ICC 523 
    Examines the transformative role that digital media (websites, social networks, blogs, wikis, mobile) have on the advertising industry. How consumers are reached and interpret the message from these digital platforms.
    PREREQ: ADV 307  OR ADV 604
  • ADV 526 - Fashion Advertising and Promotion

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    How advertising and promotion build fashion brands, ranging from top designers to local retailers. Students learn how to apply the comprehensive strategic planning process used in advertising to build fashion brands.

Broadcast and Digital Journalism

  • BDJ 200 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • BDJ 204 - News in a Multimedia World

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    The basics of cross-media writing for the web; and understanding how community institutions work and how to cover stories involving these institutions using multi-media.
  • BDJ 211 - Cross-Media News Writing

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Crosslisted with: MAG 211
    Introductory news writing across media platforms. Learn basic style, formats, and convention for broadcast, online, and print news writing and the rationale for each. Emphasis on shared news values, judgment, and ethics among all journalists.
  • BDJ 265 - Broadcast Journalism Studio Production

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1 credit(s) Irregularly
    Students are the technical support for the department’s daily newscast. Emphasizing both studio positions, such as camera and floor managing, as well as control room positions, such as technical director.
  • BDJ 300 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • BDJ 311 - Broadcast and Digital Newswriting

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Basic style and construction of broadcast and digital news stories. Composing and writing radio, television, and web news stories under deadline pressure. Techniques of broadcast interviewing and information gathering.
    PREREQ: NEW 205 or BDJ/MAG 211
    COREQ: BDJ 364
  • BDJ 330 - Selected Topics in Specialized Reporting I

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Introductory specialized reporting course, concentrating on a specific topic, such as sports journalism, and/or utilizing basic or intermediate-level technologies.
    PREREQ: BDJ 364 
    Repeatable 1 time(s), 6 credits maximum
  • BDJ 345 - Critical Perspective on News

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Crosslisted with: NEW 345  
    Key issues confronting working journalists and news consumers. Evaluation of media performance, ethics, and practices, focusing on how well they serve society; research, site visits, discussion of written papers.
    PREREQ: COM 107  
  • BDJ 364 - Radio and Digital Audio News Reporting

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Gather, produce and report news in the radio and digital audio medium, including field experiences and newscast production in laboratories. Students will be required to analyze political stories, environmental issues, and other issues facing communities.
    PREREQ: NEW 205 or BDJ/MAG 211
    COREQ: BDJ 311
  • BDJ 400 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • BDJ 464 - Television and Digital News Reporting

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Gathering and reporting news using electronic means. Edited TV and web news reports, under deadline pressure are final products. Tape, as well as live reporting exercises. Coordination with television newscasts.
    PREREQ: BDJ 364 AND (MPD 205 OR VIS 261) AND VIS 251
  • BDJ 465 - TV & Digital News Producing and Presenting

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Writing, story selection, positioning of local and national stories; plus weather, sports, producing, and presenting. Presentation of news on the Internet and on-set taping of a complete news program.
    PREREQ: BDJ 464 
  • BDJ 500 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • BDJ 510 - Topics in Specialized Practices

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Development of skills that enhance the news product. Different sections could focus on different specialized practices such as internet research or vocal performance
    PREREQ: BDJ/MAG 211 OR NEW 205
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
  • BDJ 530 - Topics in Specialized Reporting II

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Event and issue-oriented reporting. Each section focuses on a content area such as politics, consumerism, or the environment.
    PREREQ: BDJ 364  OR BDJ 464  OR 663 OR 664
    Repeatable 1 time(s), 6 credits maximum
  • BDJ 560 - Television News Magazine Production

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1 credit(s) Irregularly
    Students produce a weekly public affairs show, which explores topics important to the University and Syracuse community. This magazine show includes field reports and studio interviews. Student jobs include booking guests, reporting, and producing.
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
  • BDJ 566 - Special News Coverage

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Planning and production of longer news-related program segments. Writing, research, execution of minidocumentaries and enterprise reports. Field material will be edited for air-ready television presentation.
    PREREQ: BDJ 464  
  • BDJ 567 - Advanced Newscast Producing and News Management

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    The theory and practice of producing television newscasts. Introduces the basics of broadcast news management. Covers the concepts of being a newsroom leader.
    PREREQ: BDJ 465 

Communications

  • COM 101 - Practical Grammar for Public Communications

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1 credit(s) Every semester
    Understanding how Standard American English is used in Public Communications and developing the skills to apply that knowledge to writing and speaking.
  • COM 107 - Communications and Society

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Mass media and their functions. Contemporary problems of the media; legal, social, economic, and psychological implications of their relationships with society. Required of all students in the school.
  • COM 117 - Multimedia Storytelling

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Working in collaborative teams, students write, design and produce short fiction and non-fiction stories using digital media and the Internet. Emphasis on how story structures change with audience and delivery system.
  • COM 180 - International Course

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
    Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
  • COM 200 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • COM 300 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • COM 337 - Real News, Fake News: Literacy for the Information Age

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Critical-thinking skills to distinguish news from other information, such as commentary and propaganda, and to judge quality of news and sources. For non-journalism majors.
  • COM 344 - Diversity and Media Issues

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1 credit(s) Every semester
    Students will develop understanding of concepts such as social identity, stereotyping, ideology and hegemony. Apply concepts to areas such as news, sports media and contemporary music, through the use of case studies and online discussions.
    PREREQ: COM 107 
  • COM 346 - Race, Gender, and the Media

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Introduction of fundamental issues of diversity that confront media workers and audiences. Topics include roles, obligations, stereotypes, ownership of media in a multicultural society.
    PREREQ: COM 107 
  • COM 347 - Federal Government & the Media

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    How journalists affect the policies and actions of government and how government officials seek to inform, influence, and sometimes obstruct the media. Topics include an examination of ethics and outcomes of often flawed media efforts.
  • COM 348 - Beauty and Diversity in Fashion Media

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    The issues that arise in the fashion industry and the messages that it communicates to the public through its associated media outlets.
  • COM 400 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • COM 408 - Advertising and Public Relations Law

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    2 credit(s) Every semester
    A survey of legal issues relevant to advertising and public relations. Specific topics will include free speech, corporate speech, advertising regulations, political advertising, intellectual property, and defamation.
  • COM 411 - Social and Public Issues in Public Communications

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Problems in decision making for mass-media professionals and institutions in context of current social and cultural issues.
  • COM 427 - Social Media for Communicators

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Course examines strategic use of digital and social media platforms and tools for professional communication purposes, with emphasis on hands-on experience and skill. Students learn to analyze social media for communication industries.
  • COM 470 - Experience Credit

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Every semester
    Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
    Repeatable
  • COM 490 - Independent Study

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Every semester
    In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
    Repeatable
  • COM 499 - Honors Capstone Project

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
    Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
  • COM 500 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • COM 505 - Communications Law for Journalists

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Survey of communications law emphasizing First Amendment issues: libel, privacy, confidentiality, access to information, etc. for journalists. Students may not receive credit for more than one of the following: COM 505,506,507.
  • COM 506 - Communications Law for Television, Radio, Film

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Survey of communications law emphasizing First Amendment and regulatory law as they pertain to television, radio, film. Students may not receive credit for more than one of the following: COM 505,506, 507.
  • COM 507 - Communications Law for Advertising and Public Relations

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Survey of communications law emphasizing applications to advertising and public relations. Students may not receive credit for more than one of the following: COM 505,506,507.
  • COM 515 - History of Media in the United States in the Modern Age

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Print and electronic media in the United States in the context of social and political developments in the 20th century.
  • COM 527 - International Communications

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Communication of news and opinion among nations and under varying types of social, political, and economic systems. Roles of mass media, news agencies, governments, and communications systems. Offered at SU Abroad Centers in London and Strasbourg.

Graphic Design

  • GRA 300 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Every semester
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
  • GRA 345 - Visual Issues in the Media

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    View and analyze the power of media images; pictures, infographics, trademarks, and graphic designs - still and motion. Political influences of television, representations of minorities and women, and ethics of images, for practitioners and audience members.
    PREREQ: COM 107 
  • GRA 356 - Type and Image for Multimedia

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    2 credit(s) Irregularly
    Intermediate work in graphic design for design majors building on the foundations of writing, photography and graphic design. Students create original print and web design projects concentrating on typography, grid structure and multi-surface design. Portfolio review required.
  • GRA 357 - Type and Image for Photography

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1 credit(s) Irregularly
    Intermediate work in graphic design for photo majors building on the foundations of writing, photography and graphic design from previous courses. Using photographic work from PHO 356 students produce final print and web design projects. Portfolio review required.
  • GRA 400 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • GRA 477 - Graphic Design Problems

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: GRA 677
    Individual investigation into problems in graphic design. Collaborative work with other departments. Projects designed by students and carried out under guidance of faculty. Projects submitted for print or web.
    PREREQ: VIS 317  OR VIS 447  OR 637
  • GRA 496 - Senior Portfolio

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    0 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Crosslisted with: VIS 469 
    Assembling final portfolio for a Visual and Interactive Communications faculty mentor to review and grade either pass or fail. Failing portfolios may be improved and resubmitted.
    PREREQ: VIS 434  OR VIS 425  OR GRA 477 
  • GRA 547 - Magazine Design and Production

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Principles of magazine graphics using current practices and technology to create magazine designs. Digital typography, layout, cover design, computer-based production. Credit cannot be given for GRA 547 and GRA 567.
    PREREQ: VIS 207  OR 617
  • GRA 550 - Workshop in Typography

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Typographic work under faculty member or committee guidance. Individual or group projects with faculty assistance, critique. Projects include any typographic application to public communications. May not be repeated for credit.
    PREREQ: VIS 207  OR 617
  • GRA 557 - Information Graphics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Principles and techniques of information visualization for public communications applications including journalism, advertising, and public relations. Emphasis on principles of quantitative and qualitative research for information graphics and techniques of visual narrative and information-based design.
    PREREQ: VIS 207  OR 617
  • GRA 567 - Advertising Production

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Development of ad campaigns from thumbnail sketches through finished comps. Emphasizing concept and its stylistically appropriate expression through typography, layout, and use of photography/illustration publishing standards including current computer software for design. Concurrent lab required.
    PREREQ: VIS 207  OR 617

Interactive Communications Core

  • ICC 300 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • ICC 306 - Applied Research in Content Management

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Double Numbered with: ICC 606
    Students learn and use software tools such as site analytics, tracking code, and the PageRank algorithm to manage search engine results and online traffic. Emphasis on theoretical basis of web traffic aggregation and SEO principles. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • ICC 400 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • ICC 500 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • ICC 505 - Web Journalism and Innovation

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Collaborate with students and professors to produce engaging Web products for the campus community by utilizing multimedia skills, learning interactive Web production systems and gaining an understanding of the changing media landscape.
    PREREQ: NEW 305  OR BDJ 364  OR 664 OR MNO 617
  • ICC 523 - Digital Branding and Strategy

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Crosslisted with: ADV 523 
    Examines the transformative role that digital media (websites, social networks, blogs, wikis, mobile) have on the advertising industry. How consumers are reached and interpret the message from these digital platforms.
  • ICC 528 - Multimedia Projects

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Students design and script an interactive storytelling project that includes photos, videos, sound, text, graphics, and database information, which then will be prepped for publication intended for mobile device.
  • ICC 565 - Designing Interactivity

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    In this introductory-level web development course, students learn HTML, CSS, web design, and front-end development platforms. In teams, students will research and evaluate to design and build a comprehensive site using underlying content management technology.  
  • ICC 575 - Advanced Web Design

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Students learn programming and scripting concepts for advanced client-side web applications. This course builds on mark-up frameworks to create advanced interactions and dynamic content updates.
    PREREQ: ICC 565 

Magazine

  • MAG 205 - An Introduction: Editorial, Ethics, and the Business of Magazines

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    An exploration of the editorial side of magazines, the roles advertising and circulation play in revenue generation, and the ethical challenges faced by writers, editors, photographers, and designers. Major report on magazine of student’s choice.
    PREREQ: COM 107 
  • MAG 211 - Cross-Media News Writing

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Crosslisted with: BDJ 211
    Introductory news writing across media platforms. Learn basic style, formats, and convention for broadcast, online, and print news writing and the rationale for each. Emphasis on shared news values, judgment, and ethics among all journalists.
  • MAG 300 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • MAG 406 - Magazine Article Writing

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Writing and selling basic types of magazine articles: ideas, slanting, research, organization, dealings with editors. Students write one full-length article. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: MAG 205 AND (NEW 205 or BDJ/MAG 211)
  • MAG 407 - Writing Portfolio

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Writing longer and more complex forms of articles and the creation of a digital portfolio of work in which students research and write a major article and weekly pieces for a blog or personal website under close editorial supervision of instructor.
    PREREQ: MAG 406 
  • MAG 408 - Magazine Editing

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Editing and rewriting copy for magazines: ideas, heads, decks, story organization. Pictures, layout, dummy production. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: MAG 205 and (NEW 205 or BDJ/MAG 211), and (GRA 217 or VIS 207)
  • MAG 411 - Web and Mobile Story Production

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Crosslisted with: MNO 611
    Examines the editorial experience for digital audiences and explores innovation in new storytelling platforms. Students will produce journalism for delivery on web and mobile devices.
    PREREQ: NEW 305
    Repeatable 1 time(s)
  • MAG 499 - Honors Capstone Project

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
    Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
  • MAG 500 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • MAG 518 - Critical Writing

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Criticism and its function in journalism. Reviewing books, plays, motion pictures, and other art forms.
    PREREQ: (NEW 205 or BDJ/MAG 211) and MAG 205
  • MAG 538 - Travel Writing

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Writing and selling magazine articles about traveling and specific geographic areas. Students will write in a variety of styles, especially exploring the narrative form.
    PREREQ: NEW 305  OR MNO 617

Multimedia Photography and Design

  • MPD 300 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • MPD 400 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • MPD 499 - Honors Capstone Project

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
    Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
  • MPD 500 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable

Newspaper and Online Journalism

  • NEW 205 - News Writing

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Basic techniques in news gathering and writing. Emphasis on accuracy, concise presentation, and meeting deadlines. Styles, grammar, spelling, sentence structure, story organization, and copy preparation.
  • NEW 300 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • NEW 305 - Reporting

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Reporting and writing of news stories from information gathered through interviewing, document research, data base retrieval, and observation.
    PREREQ: NEW 205 or BDJ/MAG 211
  • NEW 345 - Critical Perspective on News

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Crosslisted with: BDJ 345 
    Key issues confronting working journalists and news consumers. Evaluation of media performance, ethics, and practices, focusing on how well they serve society; research, site visits, discussion of written papers.
    PREREQ: COM 107 
  • NEW 400 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
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