The University of San Antonio is planning to launch a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism starting in the 2025 fall semester.
The new degree, offered within the UTSA Department of Communication, aims to address a rising demand for media professionals in San Antonio, according to a press release.
This new journalism degree expands on the department’s existing offerings, which include communication and digital media influence programs. It emphasizes community journalism, multimedia news production, and hands-on experiential learning, while also focusing on journalistic integrity and ethical reporting.
Courses in the program include Fundamentals of Journalism, Digital Audiences, Media Writing and Reporting and Careers in Community Journalism.
These classes prepare students to gather, an