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Jacob Kushner

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JOURN 335

Principles and Practices of Reporting

4 credits

Principles and Practices of Reporting covers basic reporting for print and electronic media, involving the creation of print, audio, and web-based news stories on a current public issue.

Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources

Jacob KushnerPatricia Hastings

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Fall 2022–Spring 2026
JOURN 475

Special Topics in Advanced Concepts and Skills

1–4 credits

Advanced exploration of varying concepts and skills in journalism or strategic communication, focusing on producing publishable work and critiquing media practices.

Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources

Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.59 GPA, 94.1% A/AB (n=17 letter grades). Includes jointly taught sections.

Jacob KushnerSusan Robinson+2 more

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Spring 2023–Spring 2026

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Spring 2027JOURN 335Principles and Practices of Reporting
Spring 2027JOURN 475Special Topics in Advanced Concepts and Skills

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