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FIMS 9327B-001 (Winter 2023)   Special Topic: Long-form Writing, Objectivity and Truth

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This workshop-style course offers a critical and practical exploration of long-form journalism, with a focus on stories that challenge conventional understandings of 'objectivity.' Through close readings and analysis of profiles, in-depth interviews, immersive reportage and essays, the class will discuss both journalistic and storytelling methods. Through assignments, students will develop research and reporting habits, hone their organization and personal style, as well as the imaginative skills to bring their subjects to life. Student work is grounded in journalistic basics and fact-gathering, as well as in techniques of narrative nonfiction, including structure and voice. 

This course is no longer active. Please contact FIMS Undergraduate Student Services, fims@uwo.ca, for more information.



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