Digital Journalism Degree

"This is a highly competitive business, so you have to remain relevant, understand practical skills, be a self-starter, network and have a work ethic that will allow you to stay competitive. Communicate well with others, be friendly and build work relationships."

“In my classes, students not only learn about traditional media but also acquire digital media skills while staying updated on the latest technological changes within the field. This prepares them for the professional world they’re headed into.”

"I'd describe my teaching style as student-centered and very interactive. The classroom is a community that must be cultivated, and my job is to develop trust amongst community members so we can work well together."

"My best piece of advice: During the first week of your first year, get involved with at least two organizations that do what you want to do so you can start building your resume and demo reel!"

"The B.A. in journalism prepared me for my career by providing hands-on experience through the student-run television station. That experience has all tied into my current position at WTRF-TV."

Alumnus Erin Yudt '24 details her experience in Fulbright Germany's Berlin Capital Program.

"Point Park's faculty has real-world experience. Most of my professors were still working in the industry and had real-life experiences to share in the classroom."

"I found my internships and freelance experience to be the most rewarding and valuable parts of my time at Point Park. If it weren't for these experiences, I probably wouldn't be in this position and would feel behind in the professional world."

"The faculty have real-life newsroom experience to help guide aspiring journalists. My assignments immersed me into the experience of being a reporter outside of an academic environment."

"Point Park provided a multitude of hands-on experiences, intimate class settings and guidance from faculty with exceptional backgrounds in their respective fields. Point Park showed me what could be possible and provided the tools to achieve it."

"I knew the professors still worked in the industry at the area's top publications, leading to relevant course material and meaningful connections. Point Park's location in the city also sets students up for seemingly endless internship and post-grad job opportunities."

"My hands-on courses and internships allowed me to gain skills that the communications industry covets. Also, being able to walk downtown from my internships at KDKA-TV and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette to my courses at Point Park was so convenient. The city was our playground for learning."

"Make the most of the opportunities provided in college to get your work published. It is so essential to have a hefty portfolio when applying for that first real job."

"I left Point Park as an intrepid reporter after tough love from the professors. They pushed me to step out of my comfort zone to get the story. When I left I felt ready to tackle every story thrown at me from the tearjerkers to the hard-hitting investigative pieces that create change."

"Without Point Park’s School of Communication, I would not be on the path to the career I always dreamed of."

"If I hadn't been at Point Park, I may not have even had the opportunity to be on camera until my junior or senior year at another school. Point Park gives you hands-on experience your first year."

As part of her practicum, digital journalism major Tessa Williams photographed the work of the mission team in Antigua, Guatemala, during Operation Walk Pittsburgh's Mission 2023 trip.

"I had the chance to attend Point Park's High School Journalism Workshop and I really liked the campus and how intimate it felt. Plus, it’s in a good spot in Downtown Pittsburgh to easily walk to different locations."

"The flexible structure of the journalism program allows students to gain experience in print writing, broadcasting and multimedia composition. It’s important to have a variety of options to choose from and the freedom to focus on specific areas of interest."

"What makes Point Park's journalism program distinctive from other universities is a focus on real-world experiences, personable faculty and staff and diverse class options."

"The journalism program is one of the top programs around. Students gain hands-on experience outside of the classroom, which is much more beneficial than sitting in a classroom for four years."

"The faculty do an amazing job of allowing students to become well-rounded young professionals. I owe much of my success to the activities completed in-and-out of the classroom, but more importantly, the connections I've made in this city through the faculty at Point Park."

"I always knew I wanted to study journalism, but not many schools have a journalism major that focuses on experiential learning versus theory ... Being able to learn from professors who have first-hand experience and connections within the city helped me every day."