Journalism and New Media

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While the need for trustworthy news hasn’t changed, the way we tell that news has. The field of journalism is evolving to coincide with advances in digital media, and CBU’s journalism program is keeping pace. The new media available to us has opened up new methods for how we share stories. As Christians, we are naturally seekers of truth—an essential quality of a journalist—and at CBU, students learn how to tell the truth, share stories, build communities and uncover injustices in the most powerful ways.

Minors and Concentrations

Journalism and New Media Minor

Broadcast Journalism Concentration
Photojournalism Concentration
Writing and Publishing Concentration

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Why study journalism and new media at CBU?

Learn transferrable skills
CBU’s journalism and new media major teaches students how to research, interview, write, edit, design and use a camera—not just in a classroom but in field assignments, student publications and internships. Students also use social media to engage different audiences and publish stories across a variety of traditional and digital platforms. The skills students gain are transferrable to many other fields, including marketing, business and politics.

Tell untold stories
For the last three years, a group of journalism students have traveled to Louisiana to capture the stories of Angola prisoners. They write articles, take photos and create videos for a nonprofit that seeks to teach biblical parenting to the prisoners and coordinate visiting opportunities with their children.

News Production for Broadcast and Print Journalism

JRN 215

Meets weekly for discussion, instruction and critique of assignments as they pertain to news reporting, writing and editing, followed by production.

Social Media Strategies

JRN 370

This course provides students opportunities to analyze, use and produce content for current and emerging social media, such as Twitter, Facebook, Tumbler, YouTube, Reddit and other professional business platforms.

Multimedia Reporting, Editing and Producing

JRN 430

This course prepares the student to work as a journalist in today’s newsrooms, where the online and digital platforms are at least as important as the traditional print or broadcast platforms.

Student Learning

Evidence of Student Learning

Students will demonstrate knowledge of the principles of journalistic industry standards in publication layout and design.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of the components of producing a multimedia journalism package—text, photography, video, audio, social media.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the components of a various journalistic stories and styles.

Take the next step toward living your purpose

As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.

Apply today! When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.

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Career Opportunities

Newspaper Reporter
Freelance Writer
Magazine Editor
Copy Editor
Corporate Communicator
Marketing Specialist
Social Media Coordinator
Foreign Correspondent
Blogger
Broadcast Journalist
Anchorperson
Photojournalist
Author
Public Relations Specialist

*Some career opportunities may require further education

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1952

Year the Campus Newspaper Began Printing

Student Testimonials

"Studying journalism at CBU taught me the value of research and the vital role that news media play in society. Being able to be a part of Lancer Media was tough and pushed me daily, but gave me experience in the media field that I don’t think I could get anywhere else."
Adam Douglas, 2020

"I love to write and tell stories, so journalism felt like the perfect option for me. I love the journalism program at CBU. The professors all have extensive experience in the field, and they teach you using books as well as real-world experiences. I hope to write for a well-known publication in the future or maybe venture into the world of public relations."
Kylie Voda, 2021

"I want to write for television. A degree in journalism helps you get internships with production studios and helps you write well. Most of what we do is very hands on, which gives us the advantage of experience that other students don't have."
Isabella Damen, 2021

Meet Some of Our Faculty

Mary Ann Pearson

Professor

I have more than 30 years of experience in leadership, journalism, public relations and education. I specialized in marketing and PR campaigns in property management, real estate and nonprofit work. I serve as the director at large for PRSSA and have mentored hundreds of students and faculty members, helping them successfully enter the field of public relations. My hobbies include spending time with my husband, grown children, grandchildren and dogs. I am an avid cyclist and I love to participate in Bible studies at my church.

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Sonya Singh

Visiting Professor

I am a freelance writer, editor and photographer whose work has appeared in Los Angeles magazine, NME, Nylon and Rogue, among others, specializing in music and culture. I have photographed artists from small stages to stadiums, helped tell stories from inside maximum-security prison and interviewed hundreds of people from U.S. ambassadors to Slash. Having traveled and worked overseas, I welcome the opportunity to go anywhere storytelling can make an impact, and I enjoy working with students to help them tell stories in creative, compelling ways.

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Victoria Brodie

Associate Professor

I have been a communication strategist for over two decades, working with clients in various fields from political candidates to lifestyle organizations. Through this work, I have developed branding, public relations and communication strategies that aided businesses in reaching their organizational goals. In addition to my work, I strive to impact and help shape my community through volunteerism. To that end, I sit on the Leadership Riverside Steering Committee and serve on various boards and committees.

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Mary Ann Pearson

Professor

I have more than 30 years of experience in leadership, journalism, public relations and education. I specialized in marketing and PR campaigns in property management, real estate and nonprofit work. I serve as the director at large for PRSSA and have mentored hundreds of students and faculty members, helping them successfully enter the field of public relations. My hobbies include spending time with my husband, grown children, grandchildren and dogs. I am an avid cyclist and I love to participate in Bible studies at my church.

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Sonya Singh

Visiting Professor

I am a freelance writer, editor and photographer whose work has appeared in Los Angeles magazine, NME, Nylon and Rogue, among others, specializing in music and culture. I have photographed artists from small stages to stadiums, helped tell stories from inside maximum-security prison and interviewed hundreds of people from U.S. ambassadors to Slash. Having traveled and worked overseas, I welcome the opportunity to go anywhere storytelling can make an impact, and I enjoy working with students to help them tell stories in creative, compelling ways.

See Profile >
Victoria Brodie

Associate Professor

I have been a communication strategist for over two decades, working with clients in various fields from political candidates to lifestyle organizations. Through this work, I have developed branding, public relations and communication strategies that aided businesses in reaching their organizational goals. In addition to my work, I strive to impact and help shape my community through volunteerism. To that end, I sit on the Leadership Riverside Steering Committee and serve on various boards and committees.

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