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Course Description

Do you have something to report or say about your community? Our new community journalism certificate will help you become an active contributor to local news in Middlesex County.

Through this free course, students will learn to produce compelling content based on the issues that shape their communities. Participants will learn essential tools, practices and values involved in producing journalism and their practical application in creating content for different platforms: including social media, print media, and more. Moreover, they will learn about the history of Middlesex County and how to engage with local government institutions.

The course format is hybrid, offering both in-person and remote live sessions simultaneously. Students will complete two journalistic projects, developing skills to enhance their communication abilities and complement any field they are pursuing. Students may also consider continuing their education in journalism or pursue related careers in communications, media, education, the nonprofit sector, advertising, business, and more.

For additional information contact Melissa Edwards MEdwards@middlesexcollege.edu

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Section Title
Community Journalism Certificate Free-Online
FIS ID
189543
Type
Clinical
Days
M, W
Time
4:30PM to 6:00PM
Dates
May 11, 2026 to Jun 24, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
18.0
Location
  • Online Course
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $0.00
Drop Request Deadline
May 04, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
May 04, 2026
Instructors
  • Melissa Edwards
  • Cristóbal Espinoza-Wulach

Section Notes

Courses designated as ONLINE are Remote Live Courses that are instructor-led and held on the scheduled class days and times using a secure online platforms, Zoom and Canvas.

This class will be run through Middlesex College's Canvas learning management system. If you are having difficulty accessing your Canvas account, please contact the IT Help Desk at (732) 906-4251 or helpdesk@middlesexcc.edu.

Students will need a computer, laptop, tablet, etc., that includes a camera and a microphone and access to the internet.

Section Title
Community Journalism Certificate Free-Online
FIS ID
189544
Type
Internet
Days
M, W
Time
4:30PM to 6:00PM
Dates
Jun 29, 2026 to Aug 12, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
18.0
Location
  • Online Course
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $0.00
Drop Request Deadline
Jun 22, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Jun 22, 2026
Instructors
  • Melissa Edwards
  • Cristóbal Espinoza-Wulach

Section Notes

Courses designated as ONLINE are Remote Live Courses that are instructor-led and held on the scheduled class days and times using a secure online platforms, Zoom and Canvas.

This class will be run through Middlesex College's Canvas learning management system. If you are having difficulty accessing your Canvas account, please contact the IT Help Desk at (732) 906-4251 or helpdesk@middlesexcc.edu.

Students will need a computer, laptop, tablet, etc., that includes a camera and a microphone and access to the internet.

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