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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

Jul 09, 2025

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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

Broadcast Journalism Minor (BJR)

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The broadcast journalism minor will provide students with a grounding in journalistic writing, field production and editing for a multi-platform broadcast journalism environment. A combination of courses address basic theories and skillsets within broadcast industry that could benefit students and be a compliment to their primary area of study.

Requirements for the minor (18-20 credits)

COM 1125 - Field & Studio Production 3 cr
COM 1221 - Interpersonal Communication 3 cr
COM 1420 - Visual Storytelling 3 cr
COM 2145 - News Writing 3 cr
COM 2828 - Newsroom Practicum I (Lite) 1-3 cr
COM 3240 - Performance and Field Work 2 cr
COM 3850 - Social Media in the Media 3 cr

Vermont State University

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Broadcast Journalism Minor (BJR)

Requirements for the minor (18-20 credits)

Total credits required: 18-20