Journalism
Inform society, give voice to the voiceless, and hold the powerful accountable.
At UMass Amherst, you'll study both traditional journalism and multimedia reporting, preparing you to write compelling stories, take digital photos to accompany articles, and record audio and video podcasts—all through an ethical lens.
Here, you'll take advantage of:
- Multimedia classrooms equipped with HD projection and gigabit speed network connections
- A state-of-the-art broadcast studio equipped for television news production with professional cameras and the AP ENPS news production system
- A control room with multi-display of up to 32 video sources, a professional video production switcher, and a professional audio mixer
- Professional camera kits for electronic news gathering
- Portable video, audio, and photography equipment for course-related projects
- Six editing studios with professional microphones in a soundproofed space
Journalism continues to be a solid foundation for those who want to inform the citizens of the world, as well as teaching, the law, government, and other fields where communication and critical-thinking skills are paramount.
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Benefits list
Discover Sports Journalism
The Department of Journalism offers a specialized concentration for students interested in sports journalism. This unique specialization combines in-class instruction with hands-on internships with companies like ESPN. Learn how to cover a beat, craft content, and shoot quality video and photos.
Focus on Public Relations
The public relations concentration is designed to help you become a better communicator and strategic thinker, preparing you for a career working in agency, nonprofit, and government settings. You'll gain hands-on experience and build your portfolio through assignments and internships.
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Amel Ahmed and Joshua Braun are among the five UMass Amherst faculty selected to receive Mid-Career Post-Tenure Fellowships for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Tran and Whipple Receive 2024 SBS Outstanding Teaching Award
Miah Tran, resource economics, and Kelsey Whipple, journalism, have been awarded the 2024 SBS Outstanding Teaching Award.
Journalism
Study traditional, ethical journalism and multimedia reporting for careers in print, online, television, radio, photography, public relations, and more.