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Media Law & Ethics (370-0-20)

Instructors

Joseph D Mathewson

Meeting Info

Fisk Hall 311: Tues, Thurs 1:00PM - 2:20PM

Overview of class

This course will acquaint you with the ethical and legal principles that govern journalism and all communications media, and provide an opportunity to come to grips with those principles, using reasoning, analysis, critical thinking, and precise expression.

Registration Requirements

Sophomore standing

Class Materials (Required)

Law and Ethics for Today's Journalist: A Concise Code by Mathewson. $47.49

Class Attributes

Attendance at 1st class mandatory
No Freshmen
SDG Peace & Justice

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Reserved for Medill Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors