Journalism
Discover the fast-paced world of communication, reporting, and research with a bachelor’s degree in journalism from UWEC.
Begin Your Path in Journalism
As a journalism student, you'll learn how to communicate and report in a variety of formats, using print, sound, visual images, and social media to tell stories. Projects and internships within the major will introduce you to the jobs and responsibilities of those who work in newspapers, magazines, television, and radio, focusing on new and emerging platforms, delivery systems, and technology in the process.
Courses here will give you a competitive edge, with firsthand, professional experiences beginning during your very first journalism class. You'll learn the tools of the trade, such as shooting video, recording audio, taking photos, and editing media. And as you refine your skills and techniques, you’ll begin to take on real-world assignments, such as completing public records requests, reporting on city council meetings, and producing a twice-weekly news broadcast.
At UW-Eau Claire, you'll quickly find that you earn so much more than a degree. You'll learn from supportive professors, develop critical skills, and feel prepared to jump into an exciting and challenging field. Our graduates go on to pursue successful careers in a variety of roles and industries, making a positive impact wherever they go.
Program Details
Accreditation Information
All communication and journalism degrees from UW-Eau Claire have been accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications.
Many journalism majors build their knowledge and skills as a communication professional through local and regional internships. Students have gone on to intern at both for-profit and nonprofit organizations, including Visit Eau Claire, Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire Leader-Telegram, and Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.
Opportunities to practice your professional skills beyond the walls of the classroom are everywhere at UWEC. You may choose to take research trips, study abroad, or participate in the National Student Exchange program. Through these opportunities, our Blugolds have had a chance to learn and report from all over the U.S. and beyond — including Peru and Moldova.
All UWEC classes are taught by passionate, enthusiastic professors who know and love their craft. With a variety of backgrounds, our faculty are prepared to share their insight into the industry and immerse you in the exciting world of journalism. Small class sizes help you form meaningful relationships and gain an even more personalized education.
Blugold Stories
The biggest lesson I learned while studying abroad was how to improve my communication with others, which broadened my worldview. We live in a large world, and there are so many people out there with different stories to share.
Through undergraduate research, my goal is to better understand the intricacies of territorial disputes, particularly in eastern Asia, and look into how these conflicts are represented in the media. I hope to learn more about global issues and the impact of media portrayal.
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Where can the journalism program lead me after graduation?
Typical positions held by journalism grads include roles within news writing and reporting for broadcast or print media; corporate or political communication and administration; or internet communication. Our alumni have the education and skills to take their careers across the globe — or find jobs they're passionate about right here in Eau Claire. And because a degree in journalism enhances your oral, written, and visual communication skills, you and your degree will be in high demand.
Example Careers
- Multimedia journalist
- Copy editor
- Page designer
- Sports anchor
- Content manager
- Freelance writer
- Media specialist
Courses within our journalism program focus on the traditional principles of ethically and effectively gathering and reporting information in the context of the rapidly evolving journalism industry. You'll become well-prepared to inform citizens and enhance democracy by gathering, writing, editing, and delivering news across multiple platforms.
Here are a few courses in Journalism at UW-Eau Claire.
CJ 184
Multimedia Communication
The course will introduce students to the various media, key concepts and practices used to deliver mediated messages, including print, photo, audio, video and web technologies.
CJ 222
Beginning Journalism
Introduction to news writing, reporting and editing across media platforms. Emphasis on the foundational principles, practices and purpose of journalism. Accuracy, verification, deadlines, information-gathering, news judgment, balanced and independent reporting are stressed. Selected news coverage of community required.
CJ 413
Media Law and Ethics
Studies of First Amendment principles, communication law and ethical theories as they apply to journalism, public relations, advertising and entertainment media.
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