Journalism school training courses in Ann Arbor, MI (public, in-house or online)

This program prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution and major in journalism. Three specialty courses provide a solid background in journalism-related content. Students in the program will gain invaluable experience in areas of a career in journalism.

This is an advanced course for students who have an understanding of basic photographic equipment and photographic techniques. The course examines and explores use of visual communication techniques in print media and websites. Covers history of photojournalism, technical aspects of photojournalism, and modern visual communication production techniques in both traditional and digital formats. Assignments designed to teach how to produce and edit visual elements and combine them with text for bot...

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The Bachelor of Science degree in Corporate Communications prepares students with the extensive skills needed in journalism and public relations, writing, desktop publishing, photography and advertising theory.

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This degree program will allow students to gain the skills and knowledge that make them highly marketable in their chosen field. This program is designed to enhance students’ expertise in diverse areas of communications in the fastest-growing field of b...

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With both newer online markets and traditional print ones increasingly looking to freelancers to provide content, now is a good time to learn the essentials of freelance journalism. Students will learn how to write, pitch, and sell stories to traditional newspapers and magazines as well as to the ever-expanding online market where many writers are now showcasing their work. Previous attendees have gone on to have stories published in the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, Miami Herald, and a va...

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If you’ve ever wanted to try journaling, this course will provide answers to your every question. You’ll discover the different types of journaling (including dream journaling), and sample a buffet of journaling techniques, exercises, tools, and resources.

We’ll cover everything you need to know about journaling, including a seven-step process that will ease you into writing a journal, even if you’ve never journaled before. You’ll get detailed instructions on developing, d...

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