Courses

Writing and Communication Capstone with Dr. Katja Thieme: WRDS 400

Writing and Communication Capstone with Dr. Katja Thieme: WRDS 400

Learn about WRDS 400, the capstone course for the Writing and Communication minor at the School of Journalism, Writing, and Media. In the upcoming 2026 Winter term, the course will be taught by Dr. Katja Thieme.

Writing Practices for Publics and Publication with Dr. Alexis McGee: WRDS 450

Writing Practices for Publics and Publication with Dr. Alexis McGee: WRDS 450

Dr. Alexis McGee shares what students can expect in their new course, WRDS 450: Writing Practices for Publics and Publication.

Writing Disability with Dr. Jennifer Gagnon: WRDS 390

Writing Disability with Dr. Jennifer Gagnon: WRDS 390

WRDS 390: Writing Disability is a new course in the upcoming 2026 Winter Term. Dr. Jennifer Gagnon tells us a little bit about it.

Diverse people enjoy spiritual gathering A large group of multigenerational people are seen from behind, walking together along a woodland trail during a multicultural and native retreat in nature.

WRDS 380 Research Writing and Community Engagement

Applies scholarly research to community-engaged work that incorporates ethical communication and reflection.

WRDS 340 Multimodal Writing

WRDS 340 Multimodal Writing

Introduces students to the possibilities and constraints of writing in multiple modes through the creation and discussion of multimodal writing.

JRNL 555 International Reporting/Global Reporting

JRNL 555 International Reporting/Global Reporting

Addresses the need for student journalists to gain experience in the field of international reporting while honing their research, organizational and technical skills.

JRNL 520I Advanced Audio

JRNL 520I Advanced Audio

This course discusses the technical aspects of audio storytelling and challenges students to create audio stories that use both technical skills as well as vocal techniques.

JRNL 520H Data Journalism

JRNL 520H Data Journalism

Explores the role of numerical data in journalism research and reporting.

JRNL 520V Visual Journalism

JRNL 520V Visual Journalism

Builds on students’ abilities to think about, develop and deliver impactful visual stories.