ENG 215 - Theory and Practice of Journalism and Reporting Lab

Students study and practice news gathering and reporting, emphasizing the development of writing skills. Assignments include finding news sources, using interviewing techniques, and writing acceptable news copy, feature stories, editorials, critical reviews, and personal interviews. The history, philosophy, ethics, and major criticism of the news media are covered. This course includes a lecture and required laboratory component held at different times. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass option. (Offered every semester.) 4 credits