Journalism

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The Division of Journalism offers concentrations in broadcast, digital and print media. The program prepares students to enter medium- to large-size media markets through classroom and hands-on learning in the newsroom, broadcast studio and control room, podcast recording booth, and more. Opportunities for students to interact with journalism professionals in Dallas, a top-five media market, are plentiful. Every semester, four top students are offered paid internships with The Dallas Morning News with additional internships available at companies such as the Dallas Cowboys, D Magazine and more.

Meet Our Faculty

Division of Journalism Launches Two Industry Trips to New York City This Spring

Journalism and Fashion Media students recently had the opportunity to visit NYC as part of two networking trips featuring in-depth access to media outlets and fashion companies.

Featured Courses

JOUR 2304

Intro to Basic Audio & Video

Students learn how to create a podcast along with social and video storytelling skills for multiple platforms and audiences.

FM 4350

Styling and Visual Culture

From Afrofuturism to Zendaya, this course examines the history, subcultures and trends shaping visual culture today as applies it to the dynamic field of fashion styling, including shoot production and hands-on training in editorial, commercial runway and celebrity styling.

JOUR 4306

Business and Journalism

An intensive introduction to business, financial markets, and economics, combined with practice in reporting and writing about these complex topics. Gives aspiring business journalists the tools to make business information understandable and accessible to news audiences.

JOUR 2306

Sports, News Media, and Social Media Analytics

Students learn the evolving study of applied statistics in sports to better explain critical trends within major sports. Students learn data visualization as an aid to storytelling and understand social media metrics to maximize engagement with audiences.

Figure 1: Journalism alum Andrea Mooney (B.A. ’03) leads audience growth and engagement as Vice President of Audience & Brand at D Magazine.

Alumni Spotlight: Andrea Mooney

Alumni
Journalism alum Andrea Mooney (B.A. ’03) shapes how one of Dallas’ most recognized media brands connects with its audiences.

February 09, 2026
Figure 2: Willow Blythe-Carroll

Meadows on the Mic: Willow Blythe-Carroll – Founder & CEO, Weaving Wisdom

Alumni
CCPA student Lauren Edone interviews Journalism alum Willow Blythe-Carroll.

February 06, 2026
Figure 3: These nine leading Dallas arts and media organizations will offer 11 paid internships in summer 2026.

SMU Meadows Intern Fellowship Program Expands, Doubling Paid Internships in Year Two

Students will gain paid, hands-on experience, industry mentorship, and professional connections with nine leading Dallas arts and media organizations during the program’s second run.

January 28, 2026
Figure 4: The 2025 Spring/Summer issue of "SMU Look" won multiple awards from Associated Collegiate Press.

Student Journalists Win Prestigious National Awards From Associated Collegiate Press

Students
Members of "The Daily Campus" and "SMU Look" magazine earned six awards and numerous honorable mentions across reporting, writing, photography and art categories from the ACP.

November 19, 2025

JOUR 2304 Intro to Basic Audio & Video	Students learn how to create a podcast along with social and video storytelling skills for multiple platforms and audiences.
FM 4350 Styling and Visual Culture	From Afrofuturism to Zendaya, this course examines the history, subcultures and trends shaping visual culture today as applies it to the dynamic field of fashion styling, including shoot production and hands-on training in editorial, commercial runway and celebrity styling.
JOUR 4306 Business and Journalism	An intensive introduction to business, financial markets, and economics, combined with practice in reporting and writing about these complex topics. Gives aspiring business journalists the tools to make business information understandable and accessible to news audiences.
JOUR 2306 Sports, News Media, and Social Media Analytics	Students learn the evolving study of applied statistics in sports to better explain critical trends within major sports. Students learn data visualization as an aid to storytelling and understand social media metrics to maximize engagement with audiences.

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Meet Our Faculty

Division of Journalism Launches Two Industry Trips to New York City This Spring

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