News, Minor
Minor in News
The minor in News explores the industry of traditional media as well emerging technologies and trends that impact the field. Coursework focuses on building writing, research and production skills.
Program Contact
Juan Contreras
jec37@uakron.edu
330-972-5870
The following information has official approval of The School of Communication and The Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences, but is intended only as a guide. Completion of this minor is contingent upon many factors, including but not limited to: class availability, total number of required credits, work schedule, finances, family, course drops/withdrawals, successfully passing courses, prerequisites, among others.
The following courses constitute a “Minor in Communication - News” and must be completed with a minimum grade point average of 2.0 overall for the minor to be noted on the student’s record. A minor in Communication - News may only be awarded at the time a student receives a Baccalaureate degree. Please refer to the University Requirements for Minor Areas of Study for specific graduation information regarding minors.
Summary
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | 12 | |
| Electives | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 274 | Introduction to the Media Industries | 3 |
| COMM 364 | Legal Issues in Media | 3 |
| COMM 300 | Newswriting Across the Media | 3 |
| COMM 304 | Information Gathering & Editing | 3 |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Electives
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select 6 credits of the following: | 6 | |
| Topics in Media Production 1 | ||
| Advanced Topics in Media Writing 1 | ||
| Total Hours | 6 | |