Day | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Class Name Course # | JNL 530 (3 cr.) 20821 | No Newhouse DC classes | COM 400 (1-3 cr.) 17920 9/8, 10/13, 11/3, & 12/1 | ||
Time Note: | 9:30a.m.-12:15 p.m. | 9:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. class meets 4x semester | |||
Class Name Course # | COM 300 (3 cr.) 20819 | COM 350 (3 cr.) 17916 | COM 509 (3 cr.) 20820 | ||
| Time: | 6-9 p.m. | 6-9 p.m. | 6-9 p.m. |
COM 300: Democracy, Citizenship, & Journalism
Overview: This course provides students with the tools to understand the erosion of public trust in democratic governance and the media and the connections between the two, and a roadmap to earn and maximize their own credibility with the public.
Details: Using data, guest speakers, readings and individualized study, we’ll examine relationship between media coverage and the state of democracy — from elections to technology, sports, the military, race, gender, education and the workforce. We’ll study the ethical pressures and codes that shape political candidates, public officials, journalists, non-news broadcasters and PR practitioners — and the differences in expectations and obligations between each field.
COM 350: Media, Diversity and Politics
Introduction to fundamental issues related to diversity and inclusion in the media industries as approached through the lens of particular topics, industries, and/or media products.
COM 400: DC Communications Industry Practicum
This course includes media-based internship along with required in-person classroom sessions and guest speakers.
COM 509: Communications Law for Public Communicators
This class will expose you to the elements of First Amendment and media-related law so as communications professionals or practicing journalists, public relations professionals and communicators you understand the legal implications of your work.
JNL 530: Political Reporting "Covering Washington"
This is an advanced reporting course designed to equip journalism students with the skills necessary to cover campaigns, elections and public policy.
To complete your course load, you can also select from a variety of online courses offered by the College of Arts & Sciences.
Duals and minors with the Maxwell school may also seek permission to take classes at the Maxwell in Washington, D.C. center.