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Digital Media Communications: Photojournalism

In Person
Campus: Jackson
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Truth told through images

The Photojournalism emphasis in Digital Media Communications at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ University trains students to document and communicate stories through powerful visual imagery. Students develop technical photography skills alongside an understanding of photojournalism ethics, history, and contemporary practice — equipping them for careers in journalism, documentary work, and visual media.

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Academic Program

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Science

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In Person

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Emphasis

Curriculum

What You'll Study

The Photojournalism emphasis develops visual journalists who tell true stories with powerful images — combining technical photographic skill with editorial judgment, journalistic ethics, and the relentless drive to capture moments that matter. You'll graduate with a portfolio of real work and the professional instincts that photojournalism demands.

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Degree Pathways

Academic Pathways

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Science

Minor

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Bearing Witness Through the Power of Images

At Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, photojournalism is about bearing witness — telling the truth through images in a way that informs, challenges, and moves people. Faculty help you develop both the technical skills and the ethical commitment needed to document the world with honesty, integrity, and purpose.

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