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Nadine 'NAR' Arroyo Rodriguez
Residential Faculty - Journalism, Mass Communication & Humanities
Office: EF 2 - Room: 121-C
480-461-7270
Office Hours
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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| 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | ||
| 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | ||
| By appointment | By appointment | By appointment |
Students may email or talk with NAR during class, to schedule an in person or virtually meeting.
Classes Taught
Fall 2024
| JRN101 | Grammar and Style for Journalists | 1 Credits | ||||
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Focus on the fundamentals and application of grammar, punctuation, spelling, style and structure necessary in professional writing fields, including media writing. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG091 or eligibility for ENG101 as indicated by appropriate English placement. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
33753 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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08/19/2024 – 10/11/2024 |
Class Ended |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| JRN201 | News Writing | 3 Credits | ||||
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Writing and producing news for the media. Associated Press (AP) editing style, writing skills, and organizational structure for news. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107. |
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| General Education Designations: Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
13585 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
TuTh |
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM |
Class Ended |
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| JRN210 | News and Media Production | 3 Credits | ||||
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Hands-on experience working in a college newsroom developing content as reporters, photographers, editors, and other roles on the student news team. Roles and responsibilities vary depending on student goals. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in JRN201 or [(ENG101 or ENG107) and permission of Program Director or Instructor]. |
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Course Notes: Students in this class will be provided an Adobe Creative Cloud account tied to their MEID username, for home use on PC or Mac computers (smartphone or tablet mobile devices are not supported) during the duration of this course. Students should review the minimum configuration requirements to run Adobe CC on their personal device at: https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html. Your instructor will provide login directions on the first day of class. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
33755 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
MoWe |
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM |
Class Ended |
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| JRN240AC | Journalism Internship | 3 Credits | ||||
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Journalism work experience with a newspaper or other news organization. 80 hours of designated work per credit. Maximum of 6 credits allowed. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in JRN210. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
14687 |
Dobson Campus SD Instructor Office |
Field Based
Lecture/Lab
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08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Class Ended |
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| JRN298AC | Special Projects | 3 Credits | ||||
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Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
15894 |
Dobson Campus Instructor Office |
In Person
Lab
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08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Class Ended |
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| MCO120 | Media and Society | 3 Credits | ||||
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Study of historical and contemporary roles of media and its pervasiveness in society as it relates to culture, politics and education. Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG101 or ENG107 or permission of Instructor. |
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Course Notes: Students in this class will be provided an Adobe Creative Cloud account tied to their MEID username, for home use on PC or Mac computers (smartphone or tablet mobile devices are not supported) during the duration of this course. Students should review the minimum configuration requirements to run Adobe CC on their personal device at: https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html. Your instructor will provide login directions on the first day of class. |
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| General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
14584 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Class Ended |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Fall Flex Start 2024
| JRN105 | Introduction to Journalism | 3 Credits | ||||
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Survey of the field of journalism including what journalists do, their role in society, ethical practices, history, current trends, and the future of the profession. Overview of mass communication media, including newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and the Internet. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
33754 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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10/14/2024 – 12/13/2024 |
Class Ended |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Spring 2025
| HUM215 | Film Comedy | 3 Credits | ||||
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Explores the basics of humor in film by tracing its roots through a historical examination of a variety of arts, artists, and theorists. Focuses on films' unique contributions to the world of laughter. Investigates how comedy, and film comedy in particular, provides an essential and unifying force for culture and society. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
26441 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Closed |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| JRN201 | News Writing | 3 Credits | ||||
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Writing and producing news for the media. Associated Press (AP) editing style, writing skills, and organizational structure for news. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107. |
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| General Education Designations: Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
26429 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
TuTh |
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM |
Open 7 of 22 |
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Notes: Class 26429 Students may contact instructor at @nadine.rodriguez@mesacc.edu |
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| JRN212 | Writing for Broadcasts | 3 Credits | ||||
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Broadcast writing techniques emphasizing grammar, style and structure for various communication platforms. Focus on media reporting including writing scripts, interviewing skills, live broadcasting techniques, production overview and journalistic ethics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 and (JRN201 or permission of Instructor). |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
32011 |
Dobson Campus |
In Person
Lecture/Lab
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01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
MoWe |
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM |
Open 13 of 18 |
| JRN236AC | Public Relations Internship | 3 Credits | ||||
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Public relations work experience. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28444 |
Dobson Campus Instructor Office |
Independent Study
Lab
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01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Open 5 of 5 |
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| JRN240AC | Journalism Internship | 3 Credits | ||||
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Journalism work experience with a newspaper or other news organization. 80 hours of designated work per credit. Maximum of 6 credits allowed. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in JRN210. |
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Course Notes: Make appointment with instructor prior to enrollment. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
27603 |
Dobson Campus SD Instructor Office |
Field Based
Lecture/Lab
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01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Open 3 of 3 |
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Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. |
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| MCO220 | Cultural Diversity and the Media | 3 Credits | ||||
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Images of the diverse cultures and gender issues within the U.S. media. Exploration of racial and gender roles which shape the media as well as media roles which influence U.S. race relations and racial change. Roles, contributions, and challenges of the minority press in the United States. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107. |
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Course Notes: Students in this class will be provided an Adobe Creative Cloud account tied to their MEID username, for home use on PC or Mac computers (smartphone or tablet mobile devices are not supported) during the duration of this course. Students should review the minimum configuration requirements to run Adobe CC on their personal device at: https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html. Your instructor will provide login directions on the first day of class. |
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| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
27274 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Open 3 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Spring Flex Start 2025
| JRN105 | Introduction to Journalism | 3 Credits | ||||
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Survey of the field of journalism including what journalists do, their role in society, ethical practices, history, current trends, and the future of the profession. Overview of mass communication media, including newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and the Internet. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
28640 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Open 7 of 22 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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