Principles of American Journalism

Oakwood University

CourseJR 101

This course introduces first-year students to the history of news reporting in the United States, press freedom and censorship. Principles of Associated Press (AP) Style writing is introduced. The students familiarize themselves with journalism’s role in a healthy democracy. Journalism students are strongly encouraged to take this course in the first semester of their freshman year.

Credits

2 credits

Course Code

JR 101