Bachelor of Journalism in Omaha United States | University of Nebraska-Lincoln

The journalism program provides a strong foundation in essential skills like reporting, writing, copy editing, visual storytelling, and multimedia journalism. The curriculum has evolved to incorporate emerging technologies and digital platforms. Students can select from diverse electives including magazine journalism, investigative reporting, creative nonfiction, sports journalism, business communications, photojournalism, graphic design, data storytelling, digital publishing, video production, and advanced editorial techniques. Many professors bring real-world expertise from prominent outlets including The Miami Herald, The Detroit News, Business Week, and The New York Times. Faculty maintain active industry connections through professional media associations. Students are urged to enhance their career development by joining campus groups like Alpha Epsilon Rho broadcasting honor society, Society of Professional Journalists, Northwest Broadcast News Association, Radio Television News Directors Association, Radio Television Digital News Association, and American Copy Editors Society.