English 202 - Intro to Journalism

The finest journalists craft engaging narratives to help us better frame and understand our world. They inform us about the near and far (and sometimes extraterrestrial) with extensive research, sharp analysis and incisive critiques wrapped in stylish narratives. This will be our goal. To get there, students will study exceptional works (and some flops) in class, then step beyond their comfort zones to observe, research, analyze and interview as they cover an event, write a profile, and report on an issue of local significance. This is an intense seminar requiring considerable self-motivation.

Course limited to sophomores, juniors and seniors