COMM 3040

Writing and Editing for Magazines and Online Media

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2024-2025 Catalog. Courses of Study 2024-2025 is scheduled to publish mid-June.

Introduction to magazine and online journalism, and how magazines and websites fit into the current media landscape. Through analytical and practical study of publications and the editorial process, students will gain a basic understanding of the range of writing and editing techniques required to be successful in the field.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: COMM 2310.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025SP, 2015SP, 2014FA, 2014SU

Outcomes

• Identify differences between hard news stories and feature stories. Develop effective observation and storytelling techniques.
• Conduct original research and interviews as part of story development. Produce articles for specific target audiences that follow the stylistic and structural conventions of magazine writing genres.
• Practice a range of story organization, structure, and presentation methods for both print and online publication.
• Edit and revise written work based on peer and instructor feedback to improve clarity and coherence.

Distribution Category (WRT-AG)

When Offered Spring.

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