The journalism minor at Millersville introduces students to the craft of creating content for news media. The program focuses on strengthening students’ writing and presentation skills, teaching journalism through the lens of social responsibility, and installing the importance of the ethics of verification and professionalism. The curriculum is designed to open up potential career options in the field of journalism and news media while completing a different degree program. The journalism minor pairs especially well with degree programs in media arts production, sociology and government and political affairs. 

Regulations Governing Minor Course Work

1. There shall be a minimum of 18.0 credit hours with a minimum Millersville QPA of 2.0.
2. Only one course which counts toward your major may be counted toward your minor.
3. Courses that count toward a minor are also eligible to be used to satisfy the current University-wide General Education requirements subject to normal distribution requirements.
4. At least two courses should be at the upper-division level (300-400).  Exceptions may be requested upon evidence of program depth.
5. No course needed for the minor may be taken Pass-Fail.
6. One-half or more of the work required for the minor must be completed at Millersville University.
7. No student may minor in his or her major.