Student Publications

Faculty in the Mass Communication Department train and oversee students in preparation and production of The Shield, RC’s student magazine, and the online version of The Shield. Working in these areas offer students the opportunity to use their creative talents in producing publications while at the same time helping them gain valuable media experience. Joining The Shield staff allows students to participate in the complete production of a magazine and a web site. These pieces are written, edited and designed by students for the campus community. Mass Communication majors are encouraged to write and design for The Shield, and students from other majors are welcome to participate as well. Scholarships are available to students who work as editors.

How to get involved:

Even with no experience in publication work, students who have an interest in writing, design or photography are encouraged to volunteer for The Shield. Students will be trained and advised by faculty so that they can obtain these valuable skills. In addition to serving as a campus voice for students, another benefit gained from working on The Shield is that students create work for their portfolios, which can be used in the future when applying for internships and jobs. Students can enroll in MED 1101 Print Journalism, or MED 1201 Digital Journalism, which are hands-on workshop classes devoted to publishing.

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