COMM 228 PS 2 - Online Journalism and Social Media

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Online Journalism and Social Media (COMM 228)

Term: 2023-2024 - SUMMER

Faculty

Malcolm Jason
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Hello! My name is Mal Jason. I am an Assistant Professor and Chair for the Department of Communication Studies at UJ, as well as an adjunct faculty member for the Professional Studies program. I study rhetoric, religion, and their intersection in public discourse. I love working with students and learning new things every day. I am always excited to chat with students, so please always feel free to reach out to me!

Office Hours:

  • Monday:       9:00a - 9:45a // 1:00p - 2:45p
  • Tuesday:      8:45a - 9:30a // 2:15p - 2:45p
  • Wednesday: 9:00a - 9:45a // 1:00p - 2:45p
  • Thursday:    8:45a - 9:30a // 2:15p - 2:45p
  • Friday:        9:00a - 9:45a // 1:00p - 2:45p

Office Number: 701-252-3467 (ext. 5578)

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Description

Focus is preparation for careers as professional electronic journalists. Emphasizes development of news judgment, journalistic responsibilities, and journalistic ethics. Students work in classroom and digital video environments to acquire and improve reporting, writing, and technical skills needed to succeed in the digital newsroom. Introduces the culture of the electronic, online news environment, including meeting deadlines and working in a team environment both in the field and in the newsroom. Offered: Fall, even years