Journalism

Why Study Journalism

A free press is an integral part of a democratic society. Through fair and balanced reporting, a citizenry has access to the information necessary for informed decision-making.

Journalism is an important part of college life. Student journalism gives voice to the student body; it informs campus stakeholders of the issues and events that are important to them; it promotes civic understanding and engagement; and in all of these ways, it builds community.

The study of journalism provides opportunities to develop critical transferable skills. The practice of journalistic methodologies intersects with a plethora of industries, such as Public Relations, Advertising, Marketing, Communications and even Law.

You'll Develop Critical Skills

Questioning
Active listening and note-taking
Research and investigation
Analysis of complex issues
Accurate and ethical communication
Engaging writing and storytelling

Students discussing and producing journalism work with laptops, notes, and recording equipment.

Get Involved Journalism!

From covering exciting student activities—like Owls Athletics, Heritage Month events, and AFSC meetings and elections—to exploring the issues that matter most, you can help shape how student life is shared and understood at Foothill and beyond.

Degrees & Certificates

We do not offer a degree or certificate program in Journalism.

Associate in Science for Transfer

None

Associate in Science

None

Certificate of Achievement (CA)

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Quick Look at Journalism Courses

For complete course details, including units, hours and prerequisites, view course catalog. For when a course is offered, view class schedule.

JRNL 22A Introduction to Reporting & Newswriting
JRNL 22B Intermediate Reporting/Newswriting
JRNL 70R Independent Study in Journalism
JRNL 71R Independent Study in Journalism
JRNL 72R Independent Study in Journalism
JRNL 73R Independent Study in Journalism

Join the Journalism Club. Get Involved!

Apply your skills learned in Journalism class.
Work on The Script, Foothill's student news site.
Come together with a broad range of Foothill students to raise the student voice across campus.

Not enrolled in Journalism classes? You are still welcome to join the club and participate. For club details, email advisor Vanessa Santillan-Nieto at santillannietovanessa@fhda.edu.

The Newspaper - The Script

The Script, the student news site for Foothill College, serves as the voice for our Foothill student population—providing news, analysis, and editorial content that shines light on important student-centered issues.

Students uncover and identify stories; choose tools through which they create and publish their work; and promote invaluable discussion of the issues surrounding the topics that their work highlights.

Note: The Script as been on hiatus since Spring 2020 and will return in fall 2022. View past online editions of The Script.

Our Community

Join us in lifting student voices for community and inclusion! By participating in student journalism, you play a meaningful part in recording and sharing student experiences with others.

You'll uncover . . .