Citizen Journalism begins 
with communication skills
The changing shape of mass communications

“What’s taught in a journalism program should translate into all domains,” says Lee Rainie, director of Internet, science and technology research at the Pew Research Center and a former U.S. News & World Report managing editor. “Any organization is now its own broadcaster, its own media enterprise."

A central business function is being able to find information and explain it in a way that’s compelling and makes sense to others. The right kind of media communications training should be highly desirable by any organization.

It is hoped that this workshop guide will help students make important decisions about a possible career in the exciting future of media communications. Or, if not a career, at least a better understanding of the workings of media communicators.

Groups to help students make career decisions

Help for the newspaper staff

Photographers are always learning

Content for journalism classes

Help for students not in journalism classes

Basic tips for Web Design

Check out communicators who started at SAC

Charting Your Course — UIL contests

Society of Professional Journalists 

Help with Literary Magazines 

The Exchange will get you started

Here's something on yearbooks