Photojournalists and documentarians tell the stories of our time. They report on events that influence communities and individuals, whether it’s the latest news from city hall, an interview with an artist, Arizona border issues, or stories from around the globe. The program in Photojournalism & Documentary Studies at Northern Arizona University's School of Communication offers an opportunity for students to explore diverse approaches to documentary work in HD video, audio, multimedia, photography, nonfiction writing, and print journalism. The program is an emphasis of the school's Journalism major that integrates critical thinking, writing, photojournalism, and video-journalism in an interdisciplinary exploration ideally suited to prepare students for today's world of web-based stories. Photojournalism & Documentary Studies students immerse themselves in cutting-edge photography classes that provide the foundation and training for visual storytelling. At the same time, students receive training in audio and video production as well as print reporting and writing. | The result is a well-rounded education in multimedia that provides students with opportunities to craft stories in a variety of forms. Those interested in creating multimedia stories may have their work published in the multimedia section of NorthernArizonaNews.com. Students can also write for the student newspaper, The Lumberjack, as well as produce TV news journalism for NAZ Today. In addition, the Photojournalism & Documentary Studies curriculum combines a solid grounding in the academic and theoretical literature of documentary. Intensive research and fieldwork provide students not only with production skills in storytelling, but also with the ability to critically analyze media in terms of both content and craft. The program is set in the midst of the striking and diverse Southwest. With its manifold Native American communities, immigration issues, high desert landscapes, canyons and mountains (including the Grand Canyon and other national parks), NAU's Colorado Plateau setting provides a rich palette for the budding storyteller. Contact: Laura L Camden |