PUB 472. Introduction to Publishing. 3 Credits.

This introductory class will familiarize students with the history, business, and practice of small press publishing. Course lectures, readings, and activities focus on various facets of publishing history, production, and marketing processes. The course includes an orientation to North Dakota State University Press - a teaching and academic press located on the NDSU campus - and a hands-on experience in publishing a current chapbook manuscript for the press. The course will address the following areas of small press publishing: history of the small press movement; the history and aesthetics of the book; manuscript acquisitions and editing; the business of publishing; design aspects of publishing; copyright laws and permissions; promotion and marketing; and digital publishing. Dual-listing: PUB 672.

PUB 476. Practicum in Publishing. 3 Credits.

The Practicum in Publishing implements knowledge and background gained during the Introduction to Publishing course. Students will obtain and apply the skills of a publisher as they undertake editorial, publicity, and marketing activities for the following year's book releases. Students will take on responsibilities of key roles in social media marketing and event development. This practicum offers in-depth, real-life experience with a decades-old publishing house, putting into practice current methods and customs of scholarly and literary publishing, while meeting real-time publishing deadlines and schedules in preparation for national distribution of North Dakota State University Press books. May be repeated for credit. Prereq: PUB 472. Dual-listing: PUB 676.

PUB 496. Field Experience/Practicum/Internship. 1-15 Credits.

Field Experience is a structured, hands-on learning opportunity outside the classroom where students apply academic concepts and develop professional skills in a real-work setting. Experiences involve observations, assisting with tasks, and leading activities that allow students to gain practical knowledge, refine skills, and reflect on their learning in the context of their field. Requires department approval. Practicum is a supervised, practical experience during a course of study where students apply academic learning to real-world situations, under the guidance of professionals, to gain hands-on skills and professional knowledge. Experiences provide a bridge from theory to practice in short-term settings. Requires department approval. Internship is designed to provide practical participation under professional supervision in selected situations to gain experience in the application of concepts, principles and theories related to the students' area of specialization. Requires department approval. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).

PUB 672. Introduction to Publishing. 3 Credits.

This introductory class will familiarize students with the history, business, and practice of small press publishing. Course lectures, readings, and activities focus on various facets of publishing history, production, and marketing processes. The course includes an orientation to North Dakota State University Press - a teaching and academic press located on the NDSU campus - and a hands-on experience in publishing a current chapbook manuscript for the press. The course will address the following areas of small press publishing: history of the small press movement; the history and aesthetics of the book; manuscript acquisitions and editing; the business of publishing; design aspects of publishing; copyright laws and permissions; promotion and marketing; and digital publishing. Dual-listing: PUB 472.

PUB 676. Practicum in Publishing. 3 Credits.

The Practicum in Publishing implements knowledge and background gained during the Introduction to Publishing course. Students will obtain and apply the skills of a publisher as they undertake editorial, publicity, and marketing activities for the following year's book releases. Students will take on responsibilities of key roles in social media marketing and event development. This practicum offers in-depth, real-life experience with a decades-old publishing house, putting into practice current methods and customs of scholarly and literary publishing, while meeting real-time publishing deadlines and schedules in preparation for national distribution of North Dakota State University Press books. May be repeated for credit. Prereq: PUB 672. Dual-listing: PUB 476.

PUB 695. Field Experience/Practicum/Internship. 1-15 Credits.

Field Experience is a structured, hands-on learning opportunity outside the classroom where students apply academic concepts and develop professional skills in a real-work setting. Experiences involve observations, assisting with tasks, and leading activities that allow students to gain practical knowledge, refine skills, and reflect on their learning in the context of their field. Requires department approval. Practicum is a supervised, practical experience during a course of study where students apply academic learning to real-world situations, under the guidance of professionals, to gain hands-on skills and professional knowledge. Experiences provide a bridge from theory to practice in short-term settings. Requires department approval. Internship is designed to provide practical participation under professional supervision in selected situations to gain experience in the application of concepts, principles and theories related to the students' area of specialization. Requires department approval. Graded P/F (UGRD) or S/U (GRAD).