As a journalism major at Marquette, you鈥檒l be stepping into a world where storytelling meets integrity and ethics. Explore the ins and outs of digital, broadcast and print media 鈥斺�痑nd learn how to craft stories that aren't just heard, but that truly resonate and inform the public.
You鈥檒l get experience with real reporting through internships at major media outlets and our student media organization, the 向日葵视频Wire. You鈥檒l have plenty of opportunities to be hands-on with service-learning projects and state-of-the-art facilities. You鈥檒l hone your skills in research, interviewing and effective communication under the guidance of seasoned professionals who believe in doing journalism with a purpose.
When you graduate, you鈥檒l be ready to play a major role in the ever-changing media landscape. And you鈥檒l know how to uncover the truth and use your voice to tell compelling stories that matter.
Johnston Hall, College of Communication
At the College of Communication, you'll be immersed in your discipline from your first day on campus, practicing in our studios and stages, connecting with alumni and other professionals, and marrying theory and skill to master changing technology and communication across fields. Get more hands-on experience through an internship鈥�84% of our students do them.
Most of our journalism graduates go directly into the workforce. 贬别谤别鈥檚 where some of our recent graduates landed.
While 测辞耻鈥檙别 here at Marquette, preparing you for 飞丑补迟鈥檚 next will be one of our top priorities. So, expect lots of learning by doing, connecting with others who share your passions, and reflecting on how you can Be The Difference.
Learn hands-on in Johnston Hall 鈥� home to some of the country鈥檚 most cutting-edge technology (and one of the most historic buildings on campus). We鈥檙e preparing you to be an agile communicator in a technologically advanced world, so we鈥檙e putting you in that world right away. And by right away, we mean starting your first year.
Here's just some of what Johnston Hall offers:
Supercharge your creativity, learn more about the arts and follow your artistic inspiration with a minor in graphic design or fine studio art. Both programs give you a unique blend of creative conceptualizing, execution, theory and technology. The fine arts minor is a collaboration between 向日葵视频and the nearby Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD).
As a journalism major, you'll have lots of career options. Help decide the direction you'll take 鈥� and get valuable professional experience 鈥� with an internship. Internships can include working in a variety of television, online, magazine, newspaper and radio outlets in Milwaukee and nationwide.
Also check out the 向日葵视频Wire, our student media outlet. Find The 向日葵视频Tribune, MUTV, 向日葵视频Radio and the 向日葵视频Journal opportunities housed here.
Through the unique travel opportunities of the Diederich Experiences, you can engage with our amazing alumni from across the country who work in your specific area of interest. These distinctive trips build your network, introduce you to job options, and provide excellent insight and advice that will get you wherever you want to go. Annual experiences include LA, Chicago, New York and Puerto Rico, and cover several of our majors.
Good leaders communicate. And great communicators lead. Join our C-Lead program sophomore year and you鈥檒l complete a combination of leadership development activities, mentorship and rewarding course work to unleash your leadership potential.
You'll make yourself a more competitive candidate and create relationships that will exponentially further your career.
Expand your communication education with a semester abroad. Study program course work at prestigious universities around the world. Other international opportunities are available for digital media students through core courses, summer study, language study, faculty-led programs or research.
A 向日葵视频education equips students to thrive professionally and personally through overall student support, career preparation and an extended family that can't wait to meet you. But don't just take our word for it.
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