2006-2007 Undergraduate Catalog

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English and Journalism

Dr. David Boocker, Chairperson
Office: Simpkins Hall 124
Telephone: 309/298-1103
Fax: 309/298-2974
Faculty: Allen, Allison, Ashwood, J. Balderson, K. Balderson, Baldwin, Banash, Barnes, Bivens, Bollin, Boocker, Braniff, Brigham, Butzow, Clemons, Colvin, Cook, Courter, DiCarmine, Dilger, Hansen, Haworth, Hutinger, Iwanicki, Joswick, Kelsey, Kemper, Knight, Krey, Lemon, Livingston-Webber, Mann, Mossman, O’Donnell-Brown, Parkinson, Patrick, Rahman, Rigg, Robertson, Siddiqi, Simmons, Sinex, Smith, Sonnek, Stevenson, Strother-Adams, Trias, Trochesset, Trotochaud, Wherley, Wilson-Jordan, Wurth, Young, Zemke.

The Department of English and Journalism offers the sequence of courses in composition required of all students; literature, drama, and film courses which fulfill the humanities and multicultural studies requirements of the University General Education Curriculum; a major and minor in English; a comprehensive major in English Teacher Certification; a major and minor in Journalism; minors in Creative Writing and Professional Writing; and electives in advanced writing and creative writing. It also participates in interdisciplinary programs in Broadcast and Print Media, Environmental Studies, and Women's Studies.

Although the department's offerings are diverse, critical writing, reading, and thinking—developed by active engagement with and participation in the related discourses of literature, film, creative and expository writing—are the constant emphases. The department prepares its graduates to perform successfully in graduate and professional schools and in the many fields in which clear thinking and effective self-expression are valued.

GradTrac is available to English–Literature and Language majors and Journalism majors. See more information about GradTrac.

Degree Programs

Bachelor of Arts—English

All students seeking the Bachelor of Arts in English must complete I, II, and III.A. or III.B. The minimum semester hour requirement for the baccalaureate degree is 120 s.h.

  1. University General Education and College of Arts and Sciences Curriculum Requirements: 60 s.h.
    Except teacher certification students must complete the University General Education Curriculum Requirements: 43 s.h.
  2. Core Courses: 12 s.h.
    Eng 199, 228, 238, 258
  3. Option of Study (select A or B)
    1. Literature and Language
      1. Special Courses
        1. One upper-division early British literature course, chosen from among:
          Eng 311, 312, 410, 412, 414; and 400*, 401*, 409* when appropriate: 3 s.h.
        2. One upper-division later British literature course, chosen from among:
          Eng 319, 324, 326, 327; and 400*, 401*, 409* when appropriate: 3 s.h.
        3. Two upper-division American literature courses, chosen from among:
          Eng 331, 334, 335, 336, 338, 340, 341, 346, 348; and 400*, 401*, 409* when appropriate: 6 s.h.
        4. One upper-division World literature course, chosen from among:
          Eng 353, 355, 356, 358, 360; and 400*, 401*, 409* when appropriate: 3 s.h.
        5. One advanced writing course, chosen from among:
          Eng 380†, 383†, 387†, 480†, 481*†: 3 s.h.
        6. One upper-division English language/linguistics course, chosen from among:
          Eng 370, 372: 3 s.h.
        7. One upper-division course in literary/rhetorical theory: Eng 368: 3 s.h.
        8. Senior Project: Eng 406: 1 s.h.
      2. Departmental Electives: 3 s.h.
      3. Any Minor: 16–18 s.h.
      4. Open Electives: 2-4 s.h.
    2. Comprehensive Major in English-Teacher Certification
      1. Special Courses
        1. One upper-division British literature course, chosen from among:
          Eng 311, 312, 319, 324, 326, 327, 410, 412, 414; and 400*, 401*, 409* when appropriate: 3 s.h.
        2. One upper-division American literature course, chosen from among:
          Eng 331, 334, 335, 336, 338, 340, 341, 346, 348; and 400*, 401*, 409* when appropriate: 3 s.h.
        3. Eng 358: Non-Western Literature: 3 s.h.
        4. Eng 466: Literature for Teachers: 3 s.h.
        5. Eng 471: Language Diversity and Grammar for Teachers: 3 s.h.
        6. Eng 372: English Language in Historical and Social Contexts: 3 s.h.
        7. Eng 384†: Composition for Teachers: 3 s.h.
        8. Eng 499: Topics in English Education: 3 s.h.
      2. Departmental Elective: 3 s.h.
      3. Option for Minor or Emphasis in Speech or Journalism (choose a, b, or c)
        1. Any Approved Minor: 16 s.h.
        2. Emphasis in Speech: Comm 241: 3 s.h.
          Two of the following: Comm 170, 341, or 344: 6 s.h.
        3. Emphasis in Journalism: 9 s.h.
          Jour 231, 232, 328
      4. Other
        1. Eng 433: Literature for Young Adults: 3 s.h.
        2. Rdg 468: Reading in High School and College: 3 s.h.
        3. Professional Education Sequence: 13 s.h.
          EIS 201, 301, 302, 303 (2 s.h.), 401
        4. SpEd 310 and SpEd 390 or Psy 425 and SpEd 383: 4 s.h.
        5. Educ 439: English Methods: 3 s.h.
        6. STch 480: Student Teaching: 12 s.h.

*Only 3 s.h. in this course may count toward fulfilling the requirement under III.A.1.e.

†Eng 380 or Eng 383 or Eng 387 or Eng 480 or Eng 481 fulfills the Writing Instruction in the Discipline (WID) graduation requirement for the Literature and Language option. Eng 384 fulfills the WID graduation requirement for the Teacher Certification option.

Bachelor of Arts—Journalism

All students seeking the Bachelor of Arts in Journalism must complete I, II, and III. The minimum semester hour requirement for the baccalaureate degree is 120 s.h.

  1. University General Education and College of Arts and Sciences Curriculum Requirements: 60 s.h.
  2. Core Courses: 15 s.h.
    Jour 121, 231, 232, 415, 417
  3. Other Requirements
    1. One Writing in the Discipline (WID) course chosen from among:
      Jour 330†, 340†, or 348†: 3 s.h.
    2. Journalism Electives: 18 s.h.
      In choosing journalism electives, students are encouraged to select courses which will allow them to develop expertise in one of the three available areas of emphasis: advertising, news/editorial, or public relations. Included must be 6 s.h. of journalism electives at the 400-level.
    3. Any Minor: 16–20 s.h.
    4. Open Electives: 4–8 s.h.

†Jour 330 or Jour 340 or Jour 348 fulfills the Writing in the Discipline (WID) graduation requirement.

Minors

Minor in English: 18 s.h.

  1. Three of the following:
    Eng 199, 228, 238, 258: 9 s.h.
  2. Three Department Electives: 9 s.h.
    At least one elective must be taken at the 300 or 400 level.

Minor in Creative Writing: 17–18 s.h.

  1. Eng 285, 485: 6 s.h.
  2. Two courses in each of two different genres, chosen from among: 11–12 s.h.
    Eng 200 (Introduction to Poetry)
    Eng 201 (Introduction to Fiction)
    Eng 202 (Introduction to Drama)
    Eng 385 (Writing Workshop: Poetry)
    Eng 386 (Writing Workshop: Fiction)
    Eng 387 (Writing Workshop: Nonfiction)
    Thea 409 (Playwriting I)
    Thea 419 (Playwriting II)

Minor in Journalism: 18 s.h.

  1. Jour 121, 231, 232: 9 s.h.
  2. 300- and 400-level journalism courses of which at least one is 400-level: 6 s.h.
  3. Additional journalism coursework: 3 s.h.

Note: Ability to type is necessary in all journalism courses.

Minor in Professional Writing: 18 s.h.

  1. Core: 6 s.h.
    1. One course chosen from: Eng 380, Eng 381, IM 320
    2. Eng 483
  2. Four elective courses (two must be Eng courses) chosen from: 12 s.h.
    Eng 370, 380*, 381*, 383, 387, 480, 481 (when appropriate), 482, 484, 495; GCom 217; IM 320*; Jour 305, 330, 340, 348

*No course may count as core and elective in an individual’s degree plan.

Note: No more than one course which fulfills a requirement for a major may be counted in the minor.

Minor in Broadcast and Print Media

See Interdisciplinary Studies Minors.

Proficiency Examinations

Freshmen who have been in accelerated programs in high school or transfer students from other institutions of higher education may request permission to take a proficiency examination for English 180 or 280. The examinations will be given by the second week of each semester. A student will receive 3 s.h. of credit upon passing the examination. Direct inquiries to Writing Director, 127 Simpkins Hall.

Course Descriptions

ENGLISH (Eng)

100 Introduction to Writing. (3) Instruction and experience in the basics of clear, accurate, and effective paragraphs and essays. Required of students placed in the course during initial registration. Not open to students who have completed Eng 180 and 280 with a grade of C or above.

180 College Writing I. (3) (General Education/Communication Skills) Introduction to college writing, with an emphasis on the writing process, reflective writing, and critical thinking. All sections taught with word processors. IAI: C1 900.

195 Introduction to Literature. (3) (General Education/Humanities) An introduction to outstanding works of prose, poetry, and drama which emphasizes the development of the reader's interpretive skills. The course is designed to promote an appreciation of excellence in literature. For non-English majors. IAI: H3 900.

199 Introduction to Literary Studies. (3) Introduction to basic forms and conventions, strategies of interpretation, and critical issues in literary study; and practice in the analysis of and writing about literature. Prerequisite/Corequisite: Eng 180.

200 Introduction to Poetry. (3) (General Education/Humanities) Reading and discussion of selected poetry. IAI: H3 903; Egl 915.

201 Introduction to Fiction. (3) (General Education/Humanities) Reading and discussion of selected short stories and novels. IAI: H3 901; Egl 917.

202 Introduction to Drama. (3) (General Education/Humanities) Reading and discussion of selected dramatic masterpieces of various literary periods. IAI: H3 902.

205 Introduction to Shakespeare. (3) (General Education/Humanities) Reading and discussion of selected plays, with emphasis on modern methods of interpretation. For non-English majors.IAI: H3 905.

206 Issues in U.S. Literature. (3) (General Education/Humanities) Reading and discussion of important works of American literature from several historical periods, with emphasis on their relation to American society and culture.

228 Introduction to British Literature. (3) Study of major historical periods of British literature by means of representative literary types, texts, and authors, and predominant genres. Not open to students who have taken either Eng 210 or 211. Prerequisite/Corequisite: Eng 199.

238 Introduction to American Literature. (3) Study of major historical periods of American literature by means of representative literary types, texts, and authors, and predominant genres. Not open to students who have taken either Eng 230 or 231. Prerequisite/Corequisite: Eng 199.

258 Introduction to World Literature. (3) Study of representative literary types, texts, and authors, and predominant genres from a range of cultures, both Western and non-Western. Prerequisite/Corequisite: Eng 199.

267 Overview of Cultural Studies. (3) Introduction to key concepts of cultural studies: interdisciplinary inquiry, the relationship between Aelite@ and Apopular@ culture, and the making of meaning in mass consumer culture. Prerequisite: Eng 180.

280 College Writing II. (3) (General Education/Communication Skills) A second course in college writing, to be taken during sophomore year. Emphasis on the interaction between writer and reader. Prerequisites: Eng 180 and at least 24 s.h. earned. Designated sections taught with word processors. IAI: C1 901R.

285 Introduction to Creative Writing. (3) An introductory course for students who wish to explore various forms of poetry and short-fiction writing. Eng 285 or consent of instructor is prerequisite for Eng 385, 386, 485.

290 Introduction to Film. (3) (General Education/Humanities) Development of the film as a major art form in the 20th century, including technical developments and various theoretical and critical approaches (with laboratory). IAI: F2 908.

300 Short Story. (3) (General Education/Humanities) A study of the modern short story as a literary form.

301 (cross-listed with WS 301) Women and Literature. (3) (General Education/Multicultural Studies) The study of literature as an art practiced by women, with an examination of portrayals of women in literature. Not open to students with credit in WS 301. IAI: H3 911D.

302 The Literature of Crime and Detection. (3) A study of the diverse ways authors have dealt with the problems of crime and punishment, the criminal, and the detective.

311 Studies in Medieval British Literature. (3) Studies of selected British literary works from the beginnings to about 1500, with the Old English and more difficult Middle English texts read in translation. Prerequisite: Eng 228 or consent of instructor.

312 Studies in Renaissance and Seventeenth-Century British Literature. (3) Studies of selected British literary works from 1485 to 1660. Prerequisite: Eng 228 or consent of instructor.

319 Studies in Nineteenth-Century British Literature. (3) Investigates those qualities, issues, and forms which distinguish nineteenth-century British writers from their predecessors and which inform the literature of their successors. Prerequisite: Eng 228 or consent of instructor.

324 Studies in Twentieth-Century British Literature. (3) Investigates selected poetry, drama, fiction, and nonfiction in the context of changing social and political horizons characteristic of modern Britain. Prerequisite: Eng 228 or consent of instructor.

326 Studies in the British Novel I. (3) Investigation of the English novel through the Brontës and early Dickens, with attention to such concerns as origins, development, and generic boundaries. Prerequisite: Eng 228 or consent of instructor.

327 Studies in the British Novel II. (3) Analysis of selected British novels from the mid-nineteenth century to the present, with attention to such concerns as form, theme, and cultural representation. Prerequisite: Eng 228 or consent of instructor.

331 Studies in Nineteenth-Century American Literature. (3) Investigates the development of a distinctive American literature against the background of the cultural changes in an expanding nation. Prerequisite: Eng 238 or consent of instructor.

334 Studies in Twentieth-Century American Literature. (3) Investigates literary responses to the cultural expansions and fragmentations of twentieth-century American life. Prerequisite: Eng 238 or consent of instructor.

335 Studies in American Poetry. (3) Focuses on one or more of the critical issues which have characterized the emergence and development of poetry in America. Prerequisite: Eng 238 or consent of instructor.

336 Studies in American Fiction I. (3) Investigates the search for a native tradition in the novel from its beginnings in the late eighteenth century to World War I. Prerequisite: Eng 238 or consent of instructor

338 Studies in American Fiction II. (3) Investigates developments in fiction from World War I to the present against the background of social change and experimentation characteristic of twentieth-century America. Prerequisite: Eng 238 or consent of instructor.

340 American Nature Writing. (3) Study of selected literary works, primarily non-fiction, from the seventeenth century to the present, that explore the human engagement with the American landscape and its forms of life. Prerequisite: Eng 238 or consent of instructor.

341 Studies in American Drama. (3) Analysis of drama as a force in American culture, with emphasis on theme, structure, and philosophical/political background. Prerequisite: Eng 238 or consent of instructor.

346 (cross-listed with AAS 346) African American Fiction. (3) Study of selected African American short stories and novels from the beginning to the present, from Brown, Johnson, and Toomer to Ellison, Baldwin, Morrison, and beyond. Not open to students with credit for AAS 346. Prerequisite: Eng 238 or consent of instructor.

348 Ethnic Literatures of the United States. (3) (General Education/Multicultural Studies) Study of literary texts, authors, and genres from various ethnic groups in the U.S. Examinations of culturally specific and cross-cultural questions including issues of race, class, and gender. Prerequisite: Eng 280 or consent of instructor.

353 Great Books. (3) Study of selected literary masterpieces, from the ancient Greeks through the present: European epics, drama, lyric poetry, and prose in English translation. IAI: H3 906.

355 Myths, Legends, and Literature. (3) A literary study of myths and legends, with special emphasis on European myths and legends and their relationship to literature.

356 Literature of the Bible. (3) A study of the literary variety of the Testaments, including Biblical history, lyric poetry, biography, and letters, among other forms.

358 Studies in Non-Western Literature. (3) (General Education/Multicultural Studies) Study of selected literary works (in English translation) from developing countries, with attention to their distinctive forms and viewpoints. IAI: H3 908N.

360 Modern Drama. (3) A survey of the masterpieces of European drama from the modern period.

368 Literary and Rhetorical Theory. (3) An exploration of influential readings in literary and rhetorical theory and their implications for an understanding of the reading and writing of texts. Prerequisites: Eng 199 and 9 additional hours of coursework in English.

370 Rhetorical Grammar. (3) Use of a rhetorical framework to study grammatical and discourse structures and to apply them to students’ own writing. Prerequisites: Eng 180 and 280.

372 The English Language in Historical and Social Contexts. (3) Origins and varieties of the English language. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or consent of instructor.

380 Writing in the Humanities and Social Sciences. (3) The analysis and writing of various types of expository essays; students will have the opportunity to write about content from their major field. Writing Instruction in the Discipline (WID) course.Prerequisites: Eng 180 and 280, or consent of instructor.

381 Technical Communication. (3) Study of characteristics, concepts, and procedures involved in technical communication; practice in producing various types of technical communication including written and online formats. Writing Instruction in the Discipline (WID) course.Prerequisites: Eng 180 and 280, or consent of instructor.

383 Public and Persuasive Writing. (3) Reading, analyzing, and writing texts from various public, persuasive discourses: political rhetoric, legal discourse, media presentations, and other cultural scripts. Writing Instruction in the Discipline (WID) course. Prerequisites: Eng 180 and 280.

384 Composition for Teachers. (3) An advanced writing course designed primarily for English education majors and minors; a study of the rhetorical process, practice in writing essays, and consideration of teaching composition. Writing Instruction in the Discipline (WID) course. Prerequisite: Eng 280.

385 Writing Workshop: Poetry. (3) Further work in the writing of poetry. Prerequisite: Eng 285 or consent of instructor.

386 Writing Workshop: Fiction. (3) Further work in the writing of fiction. Prerequisite: Eng 285 or consent of instructor.

387 Writing Workshop: Nonfiction. (3) Work in the writing of literary nonfiction. Writing Instruction in the Discipline (WID) course.Prerequisites: Eng 180 and 280, or consent of instructor.

400 Topics in Literature. (1–3, repeatable for different topics) A study of a special theme or topic in literature. Printed schedule will specify semester’s topic. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

401 Major Authors. (1–3, repeatable for different authors) A thorough study of the work of a major author or two closely related authors. Printed schedule will specify semester’s topic. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

406 Senior Project. (1) Creation, under faculty direction, of a portfolio of writing from earlier coursework and a new essay that will synthesize knowledge gained in the major and direct it toward career goals. Prerequisites: senior standing and completion of 27 s.h. in the English major, including Eng 368.

408 Senior Honors Thesis. (1–4, repeatable to 4) An independent study project resulting in a substantial original paper. Students will work closely with a single instructor who will evaluate the project. Prerequisites: registration for departmental honors in English, approval of the thesis adviser and the departmental honors coordinator, and senior status in the university.

409 Independent Study. (1–3, repeatable to 3) Independent reading or research projects for the senior English major. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

410 Chaucer. (3) A detailed study of The Canterbury Tales, with attention to Chaucer's other works. Prerequisite: Eng 228 or consent of instructor.

412 Shakespeare. (3) A study of the major comedies, histories, and tragedies along with a consideration of the historical, intellectual, and theatrical contexts in which they were written. Prerequisite: Eng 228 or consent of instructor.

414 Milton. (3) A close study of Milton’s poems and selected prose works. Prerequisite: Eng 228 or consent of instructor.

433 (formerly LLA 433) Literature for Young Adults. (3) Survey of literature for secondary students grades 7-12. Emphasis on critical analysis, evaluation, and use of books in various genres.

466 Literature for Teachers. (3) Constructs teaching units for 6-12 grade students that integrate age-appropriate literary genres; and examines reading strategies derived from literary theory. Prerequisites: Eng 280 and 12 s.h. (or equivalent) of coursework in literature, or consent of instructor.

471 Language Diversity and Grammar for Teachers. (3) Examines the relationships among standard and nonstandard dialects and effective practices for teaching grammar. Prerequisites: Eng 280 and 372, or consent of instructor.

480 Computers and Writing. (3) Practice and study of computer-mediated communication. File management, word processing, networked communication, hypertext, and other current applications. Writing Instruction in the Discipline (WID) course.Prerequisites: Eng 180 and 280.

481 Topics in Rhetoric and Composition. (3, repeatable for different topics to 6) Semester-long study of a topic in the theory, practice, pedagogy, or history of rhetoric and composition. Writing Instruction in the Discipline (WID) course.Prerequisites: Eng 180 and 280.

482 Life Writing. (3) A service-learning course that pairs students with retired community members and teaches techniques for ghost writing and publishing life stories. Prerequisites: Eng 180 and 280, or permission of instructor.

483 Professional Editing. (3) Study of professional copy-editing techniques and practice editing manuscripts. Prerequisites: Eng 180, Eng 280, and departmental WID course.

484 Writing Center Tutoring. (3) Tutoring in the WIU Writing Center; includes intensive training and work experience in the Writing Center. Prerequisites: Eng 180, Eng 280, any departmental WID course, and permission of instructor. Graded S/U only.

485 Creative Writing Seminar. (3, repeatable for different genres to 6) An advanced course in creative writing for students already experienced in writing poetry or fiction. Prerequisites: Eng 285 and either 385 or 386, OR consent of instructor.

494 (cross-listed with BC 494 and WS 494) Women and Film/Television. (3) An overview of women in film and television that considers the on-screen images of women as well as the positions of women working behind the scenes (with laboratory). Not open to students with credit for BC494 or WS 494. Prerequisite: Eng 280.

495 Internship. (1–12, repeatable to 12) Actual work assignments and on-the-job experiences in businesses and public agencies which value the skills of intellect, imagination, research, reading, and writing of the English major. Prerequisite: permission of department chairperson. Graded S/U only.

(English Education)

439 English Methods. (3) Preparation for student teaching, including analysis of techniques and materials useful to the English teacher in the secondary school. Observation and demonstration teaching. Open to English majors and minors. Prerequisites: EIS 301; Eng 384 and 466.

443 (cross-listed with LLA 443) Creative Uses of Literature for Children and Young Adults. (3) Presents the development of effective programs in informal and formalized interpretive experiences for children and young adults, emphasizing individual creativity and sources for materials. Not open to students with credit for LLA 443. Laboratory. Prerequisite: LLA 313.

450 Language Arts Workshop. (3) Contemporary theory and strategies for teaching English and/or language arts.

480 See STch 480.

499 Topics in English Education. (3) This course is designed to prepare students for teaching in middle and secondary schools by focusing on contemporary issues and controversies in education. Additionally, students will examine research methodologies and read a range of professional publications. Prerequisites: Eng 384 and 466.

JOURNALISM (Jour)

121 Introduction to Mass Communications. (3) How the mass media are organized and how they function in modern society; their technological basis, economic and political foundations, and social implications. Open to all students. IAI: MC 911.

231 Reporting for the Mass Media I. (3) Laboratory in news gathering, news writing, and news judgment. IAI: MC 919.

232 Reporting for Mass Media II. (3) Practice in news writing and reporting with emphasis on accuracy, gracefulness, and succinctness. Practice in lead-selection and news judgment. Prerequisites: Jour 231 or consent of instructor.

233 Traditional Photojournalism. (3) Study of photo content and techniques; experience with cameras and darkroom procedures for black-and-white photographs used in journalism; legal aspects applied to photojournalism. Prerequisite: Jour 231 or consent of instructor. No previous experience is needed. Department furnishes limited equipment and student furnishes supplies.

305 Reviewing and Criticism. (3) Practice in reviewing books, plays, films, concerts, radio-television programs, and exhibits. Prerequisite: Jour 121, 231 and 232, or consent of instructor.

306 Editorials. (3) Practice in writing editorials and columns with an emphasis on calling for action, taking a position, analyzing events, and supporting assertions with research. Prerequisite: Jour 121, 231 and 232, or consent of instructor.

328 Editing. (3) Functions, responsibilities, and techniques of news editing; evaluation and processing of news; practice in copy editing, headline writing, picture editing, and page makeup and rewrite. Prerequisites: Jour 121, 231, and 232, or consent of instructor.

329 Fundamentals of Public Relations. (3) Principles, methods, and activities used by individuals, corporations, governmental bodies, and organizations to promote a favorable relationship with their publics. Open to non-majors.

330 Magazine and Feature Writing. (3) Practice in writing and placing fact-based articles for general-interest and specialized magazines, and for newspapers. Writing Instruction in the Discipline (WID) course.Prerequisites: Jour 121, 231, and 232, or consent of instructor.

331 Advertising Principles and Practice. (3) Advertising fundamentals; economic and social issues; research needs; and creative and production practices of advertising agencies. Open to nonmajors.

332 Sports Writing. (3) Development of reporting skills needed to cover traditional and new sports; development of critical thinking to clarify rules, regulations, and problems in sports. Prerequisites: Jour 121, 231, and 232; or consent of instructor.

334 Public Affairs and Beat Reporting. (3) Practice in reporting various news beats including government, business, environment, religion, education, health, seniors, transportation, agriculture, and science-technology. Prerequisites: Jour 121, 231 and 232, or consent of instructor.

335 Photojournalism. (3) Digital photojournalism: the production of news and feature page photographs as singles, spreads, stories, and essays. Prerequisite: Jour 231 or consent of instructor.

336 Public Relations Strategy and Campaigns. (3) Analysis of public relations problems and procedures; practice in applying social science principles and research techniques to solve public relations problems; preparing public relations materials. Prerequisite: Jour 121 and 329, or consent of instructor.

340 Public Relations Writing: Techniques and Style. (3) Techniques of public relations writing for print and broadcast media, and for special audiences; public relations research; legal considerations. Writing Instruction in the Discipline (WID) course.Prerequisites: Jour 121 or consent of instructor.

343 Creative Strategy in Advertising. (3) Techniques and strategies used to create advertising including those related to design, graphics, makeup, and production. Prerequisite: Jour 121 and 331, or consent of instructor.

344 Advertising Media Planning. (3) Analysis of the various advertising media in terms of markets served, client needs, media interactions, and message factors considered in the planning and selection of media. Prerequisites: Jour 121 and 331, or consent of instructor.

348 Advertising Copy and Layout. (3) Principles and practice of writing advertising copy for mass media; using technology to prepare layouts; portfolio development. Writing Instruction in the Discipline (WID) course.Prerequisites: Jour 121 and 331, or consent of instructor.

404 Field Work in Journalism. (1–4, repeatable to 4) Credit for internships at newspapers, magazines or other publications, or in advertising or public relations offices. By arrangement. See department chair or journalism coordinator. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing.

410 International Communication and the Foreign Press. (3) Comparative study of journalism practices and of the mass media in representative countries; factors that determine the international flow of news. Open to nonmajors. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

412 Problems in Contemporary Mass Communications. (3) Research into current social, economic, political, and professional problems affecting the mass media. Open to nonmajors. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

415 Mass Communications Research Methods. (3) Introduction to questionnaire construction, sampling, research design, and statistical methods used in mass communications research including those in advertising and public relations. Open to non-majors. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

417 Law of Mass Communications. (3) Study of legal rights of and constraints on mass media: prior restraint, publicity control, source protection, libel, privacy invasion, and other relevant legal issues. Open to nonmajors. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

425 Directed Study. (1–6, repeatable to 6) Opportunity for promising students of journalism to pursue journalism and mass communications material in depth. By arrangement. See department chair or journalism coordinator. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

427 History of Mass Communications. (3) History of journalism and the mass media in the context of political, social, and economic change with an emphasis on press freedom and responsibility. Open to nonmajors. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

428 The Press and Popular Culture. (3) Study of how the press and journalism have been viewed in popular culture, and of how changes in social climate and in journalists’ activities over the past century have affected these views. Open to non-majors. Prerequisite: junior of senior standing.

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