Bachelor of Arts or Science in Broadcast Journalism
Mass communication scholar Marshall McLuhan wrote in 1964, "The medium is the message." This idea that the media through which we communicate influences the messages still holds true today.
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KENW-TV
KENW-TV is a public TV station that is run from within the Communication department at Eastern New Mexico University, and allows students to get hands-on experience both in front of and behind the camera semester one.
100% Online Option
All of the Broadcast Journalism classes can be completed online if desired. This allows you to complete the degree on your own time, in a way that works for your lifestyle.
Amazing Career Opportunities
Graduates of the ENMU Broadcast Journalism program have found successful careers as news anchors, digital media managers, news producers, reporters, and more!
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Program Highlights
A Communication and broadcast journalism degree from ENMU equips students with the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to thrive in the dynamic field of broadcasting.
Available Minors
- Journalism
- Communication Studies
Learn more about this degree plan including the courses you will take when you major in Broadcast Journalism by looking at the undergraduate course catalog.
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Program Details
Hands-On Experience/Special Opportunities
As a broadcast journalism major at ENMU, you'll learn core skills all broadcast journalists need to work in radio and television. Our program is unique because we provide students with practical experiences during their first semester of coursework. First-year students can work both in front of the camera and as behind-the-scenes producers or directors. You will gain hands-on experience in various roles, such as anchor, writer, director, and producer, for the student news broadcast News 3 New Mexico on KENW-TV. Take advantage of many opportunities such as:
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Scholarships and Financial Assistance
We are committed to helping you finance your education. In addition to grants, loans and scholarships offered by Financial Aid and Enrollment Services, there are also many scholarships for current students available through the ENMU Foundation.
Learning Format
Our program is designed to be completed online, in person or with a combination of online and in-person, providing a flexible learning schedule that will work for you. You'll be completing assignments, readings, papers, tests and projects throughout the semester.
This concentration includes the following course format(s):
- Courses where recorded and live lectures via Panopto connect you with professors and other students on your own time (labeled "AW")
- Courses that are completely online and offered through Canvas, with no recorded lecture or in-person students (labeled "WW")
Faculty and Advising
The program faculty are committed to responsible academic advising. This means we help you schedule the right courses at the right time to help you take the next step in your professional career. Faculty members are specialists in their areas of advising and are current with requirements for admission into the programs they advise so you get the academic advice you need, when you need it.
Academic Help and Resources
We want to make sure you get the support you need. We offer flexible tutoring services, including the ENMU Writing Center which is available to help you improve your writing and help you clearly communicate for written, school-related projects and assignments.
We also have online databases, journal article, and eBooks accessible through the Golden Library. ENMU librarians are available virtually, via phone and email to provide assistance, so you'll always have the help you need to take advantage of library resources, even if you're sitting in front of your computer at home.
Service and Mutual Interest Organizations
If you would like to get more involved, ENMU provides the opportunity to use the skills you'll gain while working on your degree to hold leadership positions in our many organizations. At ENMU, you will be able to explore more than 50 student organizations that range from academic, cultural, multicultural, service, special interest and fraternities/sororities.
If you see a need for an organization we don't have, you can even start your own.
Career Opportunities
Some potential careers open to graduates are:
- News Anchors
- Weather Announcers
- Talk Show Hosts
- Scriptwriters
- Technical Directors
- Reporters
- News Directors
Career Services for Students
Career Services offers free job placement assistance to all ENMU students, so if you are looking for a job, we can help you find it.
We offer many resources including various workshops throughout the year covering topics like resume writing, interviewing for jobs, and more! As an ENMU student, if you’re interested in individual help for things like networking, social media for success, resume writing, and mock interviews, our staff is available to help.
