The field of journalism is undergoing an exciting transformation as it adapts to new technologies and branches out into emerging media outlets. MMC’s journalism minor prepares students for careers in this vibrant and evolving profession by providing them with a solid foundation in journalism practices and equipping students to enter the contemporary workplace. Its foundational courses develop the research, writing, and reporting skills necessary to journalists of the 21st century. Its content courses allow students to learn in-depth fields of study relevant to public affairs reporting or feature article writing for magazines and online publications. Its writing courses provide advanced training in crafting professional quality pieces related to public affairs and political reporting, freelance article writing, arts and media reporting, and fashion reporting. With well-developed journalistic skills in feature writing or public affairs reporting, Journalism minors are ready to become part of an exciting creative profession.
DIGITAL JOURNALISM
Forward-thinking program to equip journalists with 21st century skills
Emphasis on storytelling for changing media environments
Focus on range of media such as online magazines, podcasts, streaming video, etc.
New technology-based education built on a strong foundation of journalist essentials such as solid writing and reporting skills
Faculty are professional journalists and contributors to newspapers and magazines , including The Economist, ESPN, The Wall Street Journal, WNYC, and NY1
Students have opportunities for internships across a variety of media sites around NYC, including The New York Times, The Village Voice, New Yorker Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar, Marie Claire, and Vogue Magazine.