Department website: https://www.atu.edu/cj
The Bachelor of Arts in Journalism prepares students for careers in media-related fields such as broadcast, journalism, print journalism, and public relations.
Hands-On Learning
Practicums in radio, TV, print news, or multimedia
Training on state-of-the-art equipment
Creation of portfolios/projects
Skills you will learn
Leadership
Multi-platform writing
Working as a team
YOU COULD WORK AS A(N)
Reporter
Editor
Producer
Public relations expert
Social Media Manager
ALUMNI OF OUR PROGRAM WORK AT
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
KFSM-TV, KHTV, KTUL-TV
JB Hunt
Walton Foundation
Students who complete the program will be able to:
think critically, creatively, ethically, legally and independently about their work and the work of industry professionals.
understand characteristics of various media formats and demonstrate how to effectively use each to reach intended audiences.
demonstrate knowledge of media’s role in society, community and the democratic process, and will evaluate the accuracy and context of information.
demonstrate knowledge of diversity in relation to mass communication.
communicate forms and styles accurately, objectively and using correct style/grammar for media professions and the audiences they serve.
For program assessment visit: https://www.atu.edu/assessment/program_assessment.php
