AA-T Journalism
Course Overview
Los Medanos College's Journalism Program equips students for a modern media career by combining foundational writing and editing skills with hands-on experience using industry-standard technology. The program is designed to keep pace with the rapidly evolving publishing landscape, ensuring graduates are prepared for today's digital newsrooms. Students gain invaluable real-world experience by producing the college newspaper, which has served as a direct pipeline to professional positions at local publications.
Key Program Highlights
- Hands-on experience producing the college newspaper on-site with professional equipment
- Training on industry-standard technology, including Mac labs, digital cameras, and design software
- Development of versatile skills in writing, editing, photography, pagination, and graphic arts
- Proven track record of alumni securing jobs at major local news outlets
- Focus on adapting to the latest digital and technological changes in media
Course Overview
Los Medanos College's Journalism Program equips students for a modern media career by combining foundational writing and editing skills with hands-on experience using industry-standard technology. The program is designed to keep pace with the rapidly evolving publishing landscape, ensuring graduates are prepared for today's digital newsrooms. Students gain invaluable real-world experience by producing the college newspaper, which has served as a direct pipeline to professional positions at local publications.
Key Program Highlights
- Hands-on experience producing the college newspaper on-site with professional equipment
- Training on industry-standard technology, including Mac labs, digital cameras, and design software
- Development of versatile skills in writing, editing, photography, pagination, and graphic arts
- Proven track record of alumni securing jobs at major local news outlets
- Focus on adapting to the latest digital and technological changes in media
