Journalism
Overview
Journalism is not just a means of conveying the news; it’s for creative communicators passionate about storytelling and the pursuit of truth. Gordon’s journalism minor is an ideal complement to many majors, as it prepares you for careers in media, marketing, communications, business, law and many other fields. Explore the theoretical and practical aspects of journalism, enhanced by a faith-based learning landscape, and gain a well-rounded perspective through active news-gathering, reporting, writing and editing.
Why study journalism at Gordon?
At Gordon we value the art of storytelling, and the 24-hour news cycle gives you ample opportunities to practice. Get hands-on experience working with a range of news media, including print, social and digital. Our faculty have worked as professional journalists and will help prepare you with skills to succeed in this ever-changing field.
Plus, help shape conversations happening on campus in real-time by contributing to the Tartan, our student-led campus newspaper.
What can Christians bring to journalism?
Truth and accuracy are the cornerstones of journalism. Christ-focused journalists can take those guideposts one step further by carefully considering the people in each story, the idea behind a story and the audiences who will engage with the content. By focusing on how story impacts others, Christians can apply a human-centered, compassion-driven focus to their writing.
| Degree | Minor |
|---|---|
| Program Level | Undergraduate |
| School | Adams School of Music and the Arts |
| Program Format | In-Person |
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Courses
Journalism Courses
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Experiential Learning
Start building your portfolio with opportunities like:
- Writing or editing for a student publication, such as the Tartan, Vox Populi, If I Told You or the Idiom
- Being a student writer for Gordon's Brand Marketing
- Interning at places like Lightmark Creative and Hubspot
- Participating in the AAAC Advertising Competition
- Featuring your work in Gordon Globes
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Faculty
Faculty
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Careers
Life after Gordon
What careers can I pursue if I study journalism?
A journalism minor will provide you with skills and experiences that can be applied to career paths in media and communication fields. A minor in journalism can lead to careers including:
- Journalism
- Public relations
- Marketing
- Social media
- Content creation
- Copywriting
- Broadcast news
- Podcasting
- Audio storytelling
“What I appreciated most about the communication arts major is it allowed me the opportunity to really find my voice and articulate my thoughts. In my professional role I deal with clients every day, and I have been blessed with ability to communicate effectively and build meaningful relationships with people of different backgrounds.”
Bersley Chery '16
Senior Manager, Sales Development at Oracle NetSuite
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