Sep 20, 2026  
Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027

COM 253 Student Publication Editing

Credits: (2)
This course provides academic credit to students who serve in editorial roles for the Digital Newsroom or online student publication. Tasks can include assignment and placement of stories, feedback to student reporters, and copyediting, proofreading and editing of final stories. Prerequisite(s): COM 123  or permission of instructor.

Designation(s): Liberal Arts

Learning Outcomes
  1. Use standard Associated Press style.
  2. Assign writing, copyediting, videotaping, photography and other tasks to student journalists as needed.
  3. Evaluate student submissions prior to publication in print or digital form, focusing on newsworthiness to a college audience and adherence to standard journalistic practices.