Storytelling: Magazine & Feature Writing (321-0-21)

Instructors

Douglas M Foster

Meeting Info

Fisk Hall 307: Tues, Thurs 1:00PM - 2:50PM

Overview of class

This course introduces students to feature and magazine storytelling. Students will read and deconstruct an array of non-fiction stories, from narratives to profiles to reported essays. Students will report, write, re-write and edit short pieces and one long-form story. You will hear from top reporters, writers and editors about the craft of non-fiction storytelling, from ideation and pitch, to revision and publication. The course aims to inspire students to deliver memorable works of narrative, explanatory and service journalism, with a particular emphasis on expanding your reporting methods and sharpening your prose for particular audiences.

Registration Requirements

Pre-reqs: JOUR 301-0, JOUR 301-1, or JOUR 384-0

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).