MSC 392 - Advanced Writing and Reporting for Public and Community Affairs

This advanced reporting course prepares the journalism student for covering public affairs, including all branches of local, state and federal government, administrative agencies, as well as other specialized community affairs reporting beats, including business, education, health care and labor. Course offers practical experience in covering public meetings, elections, interpreting public documents and records, interviewing public officials and community leaders, and understanding relevant legal procedures.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: MSC 275, MSC 377 and MSC 378
Equivalent(s): MCO 392
Offered When Needed