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Journalism
Journalism is a concentration of the English major
This concentration builds skill in writing and in adapting writing to different formats and requirements. The concentration provides a foundation and marketable skill for work in publishing, journalism, public relations, publicity, advertising, and media combining words and images. Practical skills include experience in desktop publishing and other aspects of technology related to publishing, and in the creation of a writer's portfolio. Participation in a student publication is strongly recommended. Students must complete at least five (15 credits) of the following courses:
| ENG 1501 | Multimedia Journalism Practicum I |
| ENG 1502 | Multimedia Journalism Practicum II |
| ENG 2501 | Multimedia Journalism Practicum I |
| ENG 2502 | Multimedia Journalism Practicum II |
| ENG 2506 | Sub-Editors of The Currier Times |
| ENG 2540 | Curry Arts Journal Practicum I |
| ENG 2545 | Curry Arts Journal Practicum II |
| ENG 2900 | News Writing and Multimedia Reporting |
| ENG 3290 | Advanced Journalism |
| ENG 3470 | Freelance Writing: The Portfolio, The Profession |
| ENG 4561 | The Currier Times Editor |
In the spring of 2012, Sports Illustrated's Peter King stopped by Curry College to chat with students about working in the field of journalism in the face of rapidly changing media.
The Currier Times is Curry College's own student run, monthly print publication which is published 6 times per academic year and covers campus news, issues and events, as well as sports, arts and entertainment.
