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A sports photographer takes a photo of the women's basketball team after they won the 2020 USCAA National Tournament.

Sports Journalism Certificate

Program Description

The sports  journalism certificate program explores issues and trends through instruction, programming and research. The curriculum covers sports writing, sports information, sports ethics, sports media and society, sports industry, and sports and public policy.

Students are encouraged to complete co-curricular work at the student-run newspaper, the campus radio station, and the Athletic Department.

Students must take COMM 476: Sport Writing and COMM 478: Sport Information and complete an on-campus sports media activity and/or internship.

What is sports journalism?

Penn State students interested sports communications and sports journalism careers are in the perfect spot to hone their skills. A combination of classroom instruction and co-curricular activities provide hands-on experience covering athletics events.

Completing the certificate helps prepare students for opportunities with league, sport and team publicity and sports information operations, as well as members of the sports media in its varied formats.

Who can complete this certificate?

Students majoring in Digital Journalism or Corporate Communications can earn this certificate.

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