These two courses are required for all Journalism, Broadcast Studies and Public Relations students:
INMD 101: Media Literacy - 3 Credits
An overview of the array of media platforms from which society garners its information. Coursework hones an understanding of the theories, history, technologies, and social impact of media. The course also proves a frame of reference for analysis of the use of evolving media technologies, both in creating and consuming content, with a goal of enabling students to critically evaluate the media and their messages. Required first course for all Integrated Media majors and minors. Fall and Spring.
INMD 360: Media Law - 3 Credits
A study of major facets of communications law, including libel, privacy and copyright, and their effects on print, digital and online media. Fall and Spring