Department of Journalism
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For the complete list of faculty members, please consult the Department website.
Department Objectives
The Major in Journalism is designed to produce intelligent, thoughtful, and versatile journalists and writers who engage citizens in a democratic society, helping them make informed decisions about their communities. The Minor in Science Journalism has the same foundations and focuses on the communication of scientific topics. Above all, journalism is a rigorous intellectual activity with professional standards for gathering, processing, and disseminating information.
The Department of Journalism offers a professional education that combines writing and production workshops, requiring students to complete real-world assignments according to professional and ethical standards, with lectures and seminars that critically examine the social and political contexts in which journalism is produced. The programs offered by the Department of Journalism are designed to prepare graduates for the English‑language media.
The Department is proud to participate in the Kaié:ri Nikawerá:ke Indigenous Bridging Program for BA Journalism students. This program offers alternative entry to eligible Indigenous students, specifically from First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities located in Canada, whose academic path is non-traditional. Students who successfully complete this bridging program will be able to transition to the program of their choice within the Department of Journalism. For admissions criteria, please consult the following pages:
- Kaié:ri Nikawerá:ke Indigenous Bridging Program under Section 14 Alternative Entry
- Kaié:ri Nikawerá:ke Indigenous Bridging Program for BA Journalism under Section 31.002 Programs and Admission Requirements
Please see the Kaié:ri Nikawerá:ke Indigenous Bridging Program website for more information: