The University of Missouri School of Journalism has announced that incoming students will be required to own an iPhone or iPod touch. As highlighted by Slide to Play, the university newspaper The Maneater reports that new students as of this fall will be asked to purchase either device.
While it may sound like an odd requirement, the University of Missouri is only the latest institution to begin integrating Apple hardware into the curriculum. Houston Community College has its students interface with iPhones through its mobile learning program launched last fall. Several universities offer podcast lectures available via iTunes.
Professor Mike McKean told The Maneater that journalism student need “to be taught how to use mobile communication, and the number of applications available on the iPod makes it ideal for students.” I’m sure not a single student will use it to play Flight Control during class.
When asked about the added cost of the new requirement amidst already spiraling tuition and book fees Associate Dean Brian Brooks responded, “If it does add to the cost, it will be covered under need-based aid for four semesters.”
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