Intro to Investigative Journalism (374-0-20)

Instructors

Jodi Suzanne Cohen

Louise Kathryn Kiernan

Meeting Info

McCormick Foundation Ctr 2131: Tues, Thurs 9:30AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

Investigative reporting holds a critical role in democracy, exposing wrongdoing and injustice that threaten the well-being of our country and of the individuals who inhabit it. Investigative reporting has repaired broken laws, put corrupt politicians behind bars and protected people from abuses in government and private-sector systems. In this course, you'll examine the issues, ethics and challenges of investigative journalism while you partner with a working journalist to learn how to use reporting tools that will strengthen any type of story you pursue, as well as prepare you to take advanced investigative reporting courses if you choose.

Registration Requirements

Pre-req: JOUR 301

Class Materials (Required)

None

Class Attributes

Attendance at 1st class mandatory
Prerequisites apply, see description
SDG Peace & Justice

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: In order to register for this course you must have taken JOUR 301, JOUR 301-1, JOUR 319, JOUR 352, JOUR 384, JOUR 390 (JOURneys: New York City & the), or JOUR 390 (JOURneys: Exploring Asian Amer).