Journalism majors at Iowa Central are presented with an opportunity for a well-rounded education and the opportunity to learn in a hands-on environment about the many types of journalistic assignments including digital and social media, investigative journalism, sports journalism, public relations, and traditional media journalism, all while completing their general education requirements.

Journalism majors will receive an education with a foundation in a basic liberal arts format with an emphasis on writing, as well as critical and analytical thinking skills. Iowa Central also offers a variety of classes pertaining to many issues surrounding the workplace, daily life, and social changes happening throughout the world. Within these classes decision making, critical thinking, comparison, and analysis are used to provide you with a greater understanding of the world in which we live. The literature courses provide an avenue for understanding the history, and possible futures, of America and the world. By presenting imaginative writing styles such as short story, drama, poetry, and novel, and studying the great authors in all genres, we hope to expand your mind so you can accomplish anything you wish.

All journalism majors can participate in The Collegian, Iowa Central’s student-run newspaper that is published 16 times throughout the school year. Participating students are responsible for content, design, and production of the newspaper.

Enrollment Date: Fall Semester
Minimum Required Credits:
Campus: Fort Dodge
Department: Humanities
CIP#: 24.01010200