Journalism

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The Division of Journalism offers concentrations in broadcast, digital and print media. The program prepares students to enter medium- to large-size media markets through classroom and hands-on learning in the newsroom, broadcast studio and control room, podcast recording booth, and more. Opportunities for students to interact with journalism professionals in Dallas, a top-five media market, are plentiful. Every semester, four top students are offered paid internships with The Dallas Morning News with additional internships available at companies such as the Dallas Cowboys, D Magazine and more.

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Division of Journalism Launches Two Industry Trips to New York City This Spring

Journalism and Fashion Media students recently had the opportunity to visit NYC as part of two networking trips featuring in-depth access to media outlets and fashion companies.

Featured Courses

JOUR 2304

Intro to Basic Audio & Video

Students learn how to create a podcast along with social and video storytelling skills for multiple platforms and audiences.

FM 4350

Styling and Visual Culture

From Afrofuturism to Zendaya, this course examines the history, subcultures and trends shaping visual culture today as applies it to the dynamic field of fashion styling, including shoot production and hands-on training in editorial, commercial runway and celebrity styling.

JOUR 4306

Business and Journalism

An intensive introduction to business, financial markets, and economics, combined with practice in reporting and writing about these complex topics. Gives aspiring business journalists the tools to make business information understandable and accessible to news audiences.

JOUR 2306

Sports, News Media, and Social Media Analytics

Students learn the evolving study of applied statistics in sports to better explain critical trends within major sports. Students learn data visualization as an aid to storytelling and understand social media metrics to maximize engagement with audiences.

Figure 1: Jess Silverstein

Senior Spotlight: Jess Silverstein

Students Our first senior spotlight of the May 2026 graduating class is fashion media major Jess Silverstein, who will kickstart her career as an Assistant Buyer for Burlington in August.

April 06, 2026
Figure 2: Students explored archival materials such as historic issues of Vogue and vintage retail catalogs in the DeGolyer Library during their visit.

Fashion Media Program Hosts Local High School Students for a Day of Sustainability, Styling and Fashion Exploration

Campus Archival research and hands-on workshops with Fashion Media professors introduced students from Trinity Christian Academy to the creative and critical sides of the fashion industry.

March 18, 2026
Figure 3: Journalism alum Andrea Mooney (B.A. ’03) leads audience growth and engagement as Vice President of Audience & Brand at D Magazine.

Alumni Spotlight: Andrea Mooney

Alumni Journalism alum Andrea Mooney (B.A. ’03) shapes how one of Dallas’ most recognized media brands connects with its audiences.

February 09, 2026
Figure 4: Willow Blythe-Carroll

Meadows on the Mic: Willow Blythe-Carroll – Founder & CEO, Weaving Wisdom

Alumni CCPA student Lauren Edone interviews Journalism alum Willow Blythe-Carroll.

February 06, 2026

JOUR 2304 Intro to Basic Audio & Video	Students learn how to create a podcast along with social and video storytelling skills for multiple platforms and audiences.
FM 4350 Styling and Visual Culture	From Afrofuturism to Zendaya, this course examines the history, subcultures and trends shaping visual culture today as applies it to the dynamic field of fashion styling, including shoot production and hands-on training in editorial, commercial runway and celebrity styling.
JOUR 4306 Business and Journalism	An intensive introduction to business, financial markets, and economics, combined with practice in reporting and writing about these complex topics. Gives aspiring business journalists the tools to make business information understandable and accessible to news audiences.
JOUR 2306 Sports, News Media, and Social Media Analytics	Students learn the evolving study of applied statistics in sports to better explain critical trends within major sports. Students learn data visualization as an aid to storytelling and understand social media metrics to maximize engagement with audiences.

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Division of Journalism Launches Two Industry Trips to New York City This Spring

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