Algonquin College Journalism Program

06/02/2022

Happy June j-grads, students and j-program pals: know someone who might want to join our Algonquin College journalism family in September? Wednesday, June 8 at 3 p.m. we're having an info session. We'll share details about our exciting new changes this fall and answer questions. Reg. info:

Whether you’re thinking of applying or have already done so, this is a great chance to learn more about our Journalism program. You’ll hear first hand from program faculty about everything you’ll learn and do in the program. We’ll also be covering all of the exciting changes the program is u...

06/23/2021

A huge congratulations to our 2021 journalism graduates! We are super proud of each and every one of them. Adventure awaits - and they are ready.

06/02/2021

This year's School of Media and Design valedictorian is the journalism program's very own Madalyn Howitt. She reminds grads: "Never forget the strength and determination you tapped into to make it through this year." She'll share more wise words at Algonquin College's spring convocation on June 25.

Meet our Valedictorian Madalyn Howitt May 27, 2021 As we prepare for the upcoming Spring Convocation, we are pleased to highlight our valedictorians who will be speaking to their respective classes during their ceremonies.Today we feature Madalyn Howitt - graduate of Journalism Program, Faculty of M...

05/13/2021

Would you like to see the Algonquin Times/Glue magazine newsroom, our radio studios and more? Join Julie McCann, journalism professor and program coordinator, and Tamara Condie, a second-year student and a Times' senior editor, as they tour you - virtually - around our world on campus this afternoon, May 13, at 3:30 p.m. We look forward to your questions and having some fun too. Check out the registration info.

Our program representatives will take you through a live look at the newsrooms and other key Algonquin College spaces. You’ll hear first hand about everything you’ll learn and do in the program. At the end of the session, you will have a chance to ask any questions you may have.

04/27/2021

A huge congratulations to our students and grads for a bronze-medal finish in the 2020 OCNA's BNC awards in the College and University category last week. Also a winner: , who won second place in the student photography category. The Algonquin College community is well served by award-winning student journalism.

03/23/2021

While Madalyn Howitt didn’t get to enjoy her byline in print with the The Algonquin Times or Glue Magazine this year, she’s got it now on field placement with The Globe and Mail A toast: to inky fingers! (You can read it in a non-inky way here: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-ontario-veteran-honoured-by-princes-trust-award/

03/23/2021

Our journalism students are on field placement in the wide world just now. Sometimes, they still write about Algonquin College success stories - and scoop their The Algonquin Times colleagues. Excellent Ottawa Business Journal story Jorge Maria.

Startup has already landed a deal with one of the city’s best-known sports retailers as it seeks to cash in on a surge in outdoor activities during the pandemic.

03/04/2021

On March 4, 2020, these then-level 2 Algonquin College students took a walk up the street on a field trip to the City of Ottawa Archives. While Zoom group shots have had to replace in-person ones over the last year, this group has marched together as a team. Next week: field placements begin. We look forward to following along with their adventures.

12/18/2020

The first batch of our journalism students' work for the Macleans' "They Were Loved project" is up. Our reporters were compassionate in their interviews and careful in their writing. Have a read and you'll be proud too (Maybe grab a tissue)

They Were Loved is an obituary project to commemorate thousands of coronavirus victims, as well as to mark this historic moment in Canadian history. Our goal: to pay tribute to every Canadian who has died of COVID-19.

06/24/2020

Perhaps we should consider a mini version of this parade to celebrate our 2020 Algonquin College journalism grads? ;) Kudos to grads and new reporters Steve Riccio and Emily Hseuh for this great story. Both have been hired at the Shawville Equity along with their colleague Darius Shahheydari

01/29/2020

The Algonquin College journalism program, along with several of our fellow media programs at Algonquin College, has partnered with Ottawa Showbox to produce great content about Ottawa musicians and the local music scene. We're thrilled to offer our journalism students a new outlet for dynamic arts reporting, event coverage, profiles and more. Follow along - sing as you go ;)

Nearly eight years ago, I started a small music blog called Ottawa Showbox. I bought the domain name and started