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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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First-year or sophomore class standing FDR: Humanities Distribution (HU) Credits: 3 An introduction to a series of debates centered on the media, power, and globalization, locating these in their historical and cultural perspective and exploring ways in which media power is contested. Topics include the theories and problems related to international function of the news media, the entertainment industry, and the telecommunications sector; the creation of the global media marketplace; the evolution of international communication in the Internet age; and international governance structures.

An introduction to photojournalism. Through hands-on assignments, students learn the importance of visual images in communicating ideas and information and gain an appreciation for the qualities and principles that set photojournalists apart from other photographers.

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

This course introduces the professional practice of photojournalism, which lies at the intersection of journalism and visual communication. The course emphasizes visual theory and journalistic ethics alongside extensive hand-on practice. Practice involves technical training in the use of digital single-lens reflex cameras as opposed to smart phone technology. Students will complete activities on campus and, in the third week, visit Washington, D.C., to apply what they’ve learned. At the end of the D.C. visit, students will also complete a strenuous hike of Old Rag Mountain to photograph nature. Original imagery from travel will be presented to the W&L community during the final week of the course.

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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May be repeated for up to three credits.

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Experiential Learning (EXP): Yes Credits: 1 Students learn the skills required to effectively anchor news, weather, or sports on the weekly Rockbridge Report newscast, which appears on a local cable access channel.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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First-year or sophomore class standing Credits: 3 First-year seminar. Topic and applicability to FDRs and other requirements varies.

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 1001 Credits: 3 Students are taught the principles and techniques of information gathering and news writing, with emphasis on fulfilling the role of the news media in a democratic society. Extensive laboratory work enables students to prepare assignments for online and other digital media, while stressing accuracy, clarity and skepticism in reporting and writing.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 2000 Credits: 3 Concepts and practices of news gathering and presentation in a multimedia, interactive environment. Combines classroom instruction with a converged news media lab in which students contribute to a website, television newscast, and newspaper. The laboratory requirement is limited to three sessions during the term, as arranged with the instructor.

Many of our conversations and opinions on the news media come back to bias, but we rarely take the time to interrogate our own perspectives about it. In this course, students delve into the history and sociology of journalism and the psychology of our own news consumption to go beyond popular conservative and liberal theories of bias and find out how the news media really work. Students talk with prominent journalists and scholars, and they cover a story they care about in order to experience and evaluate firsthand the decisions and influences that go into news media production.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

An introduction into the fundamentals of audio production, the history of audio recording, podcasting, and the development of one’s individual vocal persona to create effective and compelling audio for public consumption. Nearly all audio and video production has one thing in common: an audio track. Through the use of the most commonly used audio software, students will learn the fundamentals of producing compelling single and multi-track audio recordings. Students will also learn the use of one’s voice as a tool in effective storytelling, news delivery, and hosting behind a microphone. The course will require the practice of announcing with vocal pronunciation and expression, and the development of an individual vocal persona, through vocal breathing, control skills, and microphone technique.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

Subject

JOUR

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4

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4

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 1001 Experiential Learning (EXP): Yes Credits: 3 In this course, students dive deep into social media, learning how to use it as thoughtful and ethical professionals, and examining its growing roles in society, politics, identity, and relationships. Students get hands-on experience in producing news for social media by running a multi-platform social news service. They also learn how to plan a strategic social media campaign, how to use metrics to analyze social media effectiveness, and how to use social media in reporting.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 1001 Credits: 3 An introduction to the global and international perspectives of public relations. Corporations, governments, and non-government organizations (NGOs) actively seek to build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with the publics in other countries beyond their national boundaries.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 2000 Credits: 3 A writing course to teach the many forms of persuasive writing used by public relations practitioners to reach diverse audiences. Through frequent writing assignments and revisions, students master the art of press releases, media pitches, media alerts, features, public service announcements, newsletters, press kits, backgrounders, and coverage memos for appropriate media outlets. Students are exposed to social media and video skills as well as writing. May carry Community-Based Learning (CBL) designation, when appropriate.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 2207 Experiential Learning (EXP): Yes Credits: 3 This class focuses on understanding what public relations is and what those who practice public relations do. Students examine the origins of public relations, the nature and role of public relations, the major influences that affect organizational behavior, the ethics of public relations, and the professional development of public-relations professionals. Emphasis is placed on the planning, writing, and management functions, working with media and developing effective public-relations strategies.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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At least sophomore class standing Credits: 3 An in-depth examination of portrayals of poverty, chiefly in the United States, from the late 19th century to the present through an intensive review of distinguished print journalism, nonfiction books, documentary film, and movies. By consulting social science literature as well, students gain a deeper understanding of the various conceptual paradigms through which poverty has been understood and explained.

Over the years, the courts have clarified when and how speech can, and cannot, be restricted by the government. This course helps you to understand the 1st amendment in context and the different forms of expressions that have helped shaped the 1st Amendment jurisprudence. For example, understanding why true threats and obscenity are not protected speech but provocative or offensive political opinions, and sometimes, hate speech is a protected category of speech. The course also focuses on the use of speech rights by diverse groups of people to achieve justice and equality.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

Subject

JOUR

Credits (min)

6

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6

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 2001 Experiential Learning (EXP): Yes Credits: 6 Using the community as the laboratory, students develop competence in the principles and techniques of reporting and writing news for online, broadcast and social media in a democratic society. Working on assigned beats, students learn source development, news judgment, information gathering, news presentation and time management. Work is published and aired on the Rockbridge Report website and newscast.

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JOUR

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

This global communication course focuses on the process of exchanging information effectively across cultures, languages, and media technologies. It covers topics such as digital global media, intercultural competence, and strategic messaging for diverse audiences for the purposes of understanding and collaboration in a connected world.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

Subject

JOUR

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4

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4

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Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 1001 Credits: 4 Addressing a series of debates centered on the media, power and globalization, locating these in their historical and cultural perspective. In doing so, we explore ways in which media power is contested, and consider whether opportunities for resistance provided by new technologies represent a significant break with the past. A critical appraisal of the relationship between media and power at the level of culture, institutions, and social processes by examining the impact of technology on local and/or national media and communications industries in emerging democracies.

This course examines how the news media cover race and ethnicity. How accurate is the portrayal of racial and ethnic groups? How do news media deal with clichés, ignorance and fear when it comes to differences? Do they offer a comprehensive and contextual view? The course highlights some of the best examples of reporting on race and ethnicity and how such reporting delves into the complexity of culture that can educate and surprise.

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JOUR

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

Facebook, YouTube, and iPhones are popular, if not essential elements in college students’ busy lives. Being born into the digital age, students have grown up with profound and rapidly changing media and communication technologies, yet likely take them for granted. This course takes an in-depth look at digital media, exploring the relationship between technology and social change. The concept of technological determinism guides our examination of social networking, online news/information, digital entertainment, and health online.

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JOUR

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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At least sophomore class standing Credits: 3 Courthouses make the best beats by providing a window on what is important to the American people. This course introduces students to the U.S. court system, its players, language and impact on the public at large. Students learn how to identify newsworthy legal stories, read court documents, and make sense of them in order to write clear, compelling, fair and accurate news stories for mass audiences.

Study of a selected topic in journalism or mass communications.

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JOUR

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1

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4

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Type

course

Repeatable

May be repeated for degree credit if the topics are different.

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR

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4

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4

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Credits

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course

Repeatable

may be repeated for credit if the topics are different.

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

Prerequisite

Instructor consent Credits: 4 This spring-term course covers a topic of current interest for which foreign travel provides a unique opportunity for significantly greater understanding. Topics and locations vary and are announced each year, well in advance of registration.

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JOUR

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3

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3

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Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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At least junior class standing Credits: 3 An examination of the development of First Amendment jurisprudence, the law of defamation, privacy, access, free press-fair trial, journalists’ privilege, obscenity and pornography. The case study approach is used, but the emphasis is on the principles that underlie the landmark cases. This course can serve as an introduction to and preparation for further studies in communications law and/or the legal system in general.

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JOUR

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR

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3

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3

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Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 2000 Credits: 3 A case-study approach to current methods of forecasting problems and responding effectively to crises and consequences in the public and private sectors. Topics include identifying and communicating effectively with stakeholders during crises, effective media-relations strategies during emergencies, building an effective crisis-response plan, regaining public credibility following a crisis, and avoiding public relations mistakes during litigation.

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JOUR

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 2208 Credits: 3 In this course - the most advanced stratcomm degree track - students are assigned to a team of peers and work exclusively with on community client over the term. Looking beyond the grounds of the university, students regard themselves as public relations professionals; they mobilize critical thinking, project management, teamwork, and creative strategy to deliver an original research campaign that meets client needs. In addition to navigating all phases of a PR campaign, students routinely practice verbal communication, advancing their presentation skills.

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JOUR

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4

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4

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Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 2508 Credits: 4 The principles and techniques of developing and creating enterprising, heavily researched journalistic work for the mass media. Students produce in-depth work that they showcase on a website. Extensive group work is required.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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At least sophomore class standing Credits: 3 A critical study of the documentary in film and television, with analysis of prominent directors and genres.

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JOUR

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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At least junior class standing Credits: 3 Have you ever wondered how news organizations put together their Pulitzer Prize-winning interactive stories? This course introduces students to tools that help them imagine, design, and create powerful interactive features with audio, video, graphics, and words on the cutting edge of journalism and mass communications. Students learn web design and programming skills using HTML CSS and JavaScript. This course is for students with little or no coding experience but who want to know how they did that.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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At least junior class standing Credits: 3 A study of the moral issues arising from the practice of modern journalism and communications. Includes examination of philosophical and theoretical foundations of ethics, the place and role of journalism in the larger society, and moral choices in the newsroom. Topics include: First Amendment freedoms, privacy, confidentiality of sources, conflicts of interest, cooperation with law enforcement, free press/fair trial, photojournalism, and issues of accountability.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 2000 and at least junior class standing. Credits: 3 This course enables students to explore ethical challenges that arise within the various communication practices of contemporary media: journalism, public relations, advertising, documentary film, blogging and fictional programming. The course offers a grounding in moral reasoning and an understanding of professional ethics as an evolving response to changing social and industrial conditions in the media industries.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 2000 Credits: 3 The principles and techniques of editing copy for digital and print media, with emphasis on clarity of thought, legal and moral responsibilities, and effective communication. Classroom work and assignments includes production of publications for both journalism and strategic communication majors, using InDesign, among other applications and software.

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4

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4

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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JOUR 2508 Credits: 4 Preparation for leadership roles in electronic media. Extensive work in decision-making and management in the newsroom through television news producing and Internet content construction.

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JOUR

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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At least junior class standing Credits: 3 Required for the business journalism sequence and appropriate as an elective for journalism, strategic communication, and business administration majors. Reporting and writing techniques for journalists who cover Wall Street and publicly-traded companies. Students learn reporting fundamentals of financial statements, researching corporate documents, and data analysis using the Bloomberg terminal, and how to write industry analysis and narratives.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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At least junior class standing Credits: 3 Reporting and writing techniques used by journalists who cover global economics. Students learn basics of the reporting and analysis of Federal Reserve reports, economic indicators, and data via the Bloomberg terminal and other resources. Writing emphasizes storytelling about people behind the numbers of the wealth and wage gaps, consumer trends, and worker issues in the global supply chain.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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3

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3

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Repeatable

May be repeated for degree credit if the topics are different.

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

Prerequisite

JOUR 2000 and at least junior class standing Credits: 3 An advanced reporting course in which students develop expertise in a particular area of public significance. Topics rotate as faculty resources allow, and are likely to include education, politics, environment, religion, or education. Through reporting and writing, students learn about key institutions, terms, and sources related to the particular field. They learn how to identify newsworthy stories and write clear, compelling, fair, and accurate news stories for mass audiences.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Credits: 3 A seminar devoted to the study of issues on the frontier of developments in law and journalism. Issues to be addressed include limits on the dignitary torts of privacy and emotional distress; limitations on public availability of governmental information; the impact of new technology on communications law; proposals for reform of libel law; and the role of reporters, editors and legal counsel in the news process.

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1

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1

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Credits: 1 Directed study individually arranged and supervised in any area of the mass media.

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2

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2

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Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Credits: 2 Directed study individually arranged and supervised in any area of the mass media.

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3

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3

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Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Credits: 3 Directed study individually arranged and supervised in any area of the mass media.

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1

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1

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Credits: 1 Research or creative projects, individually arranged and supervised, in any phase of mass media and related operations.

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2

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2

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Credits: 2 Research or creative projects, individually arranged and supervised, in any phase of mass media and related operations.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Credits: 3 Research or creative projects, individually arranged and supervised, in any phase of mass media and related operations.

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1

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1

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Experiential Learning (EXP): Yes Credits: 1 Professional service, arranged and supervised individually, with newspapers, radio and television stations, online news sites, or other news media or business institutions, as appropriate.

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2

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2

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Experiential Learning (EXP): Yes Credits: 2 Professional service, arranged and supervised individually, with newspapers, radio and television stations, online news sites, or other news media or business institutions, as appropriate.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Experiential Learning (EXP): Yes Credits: 3 Professional service, arranged and supervised individually, with newspapers, radio and television stations, online news sites, or other news media or business institutions, as appropriate.

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1

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1

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Experiential Learning (EXP): Yes Credits: 1 Professional service, arranged and supervised individually, in public relations, advertising, corporate communications, or other mass media-related businesses, as appropriate.

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2

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2

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

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catalog.wlu.edu

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Instructor consent Experiential Learning (EXP): Yes Credits: 2 Professional service, arranged and supervised individually, in public relations, advertising, corporate communications, or other mass media-related businesses, as appropriate.

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3

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3

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

Prerequisite

Instructor consent Experiential Learning (EXP): Yes Credits: 3 Professional service, arranged and supervised individually, in public relations, advertising, corporate communications, or other mass media-related businesses, as appropriate.

Subject

JOUR

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Source

catalog.wlu.edu

Prerequisite

Instructor consent Credits: 3 Students interested in honors work are expected to receive departmental approval no later than the middle of the spring term in the junior year.