Mass Communication Minor (A)
As a graduate in the Mass Communication program, you’ll leave with all the skills you need to communicate effectively through a variety of channels. Not only will you be a stronger communicator, but you’ll also be a better leader. Having studied topics like interpersonal communication and cross-cultural communication, you’ll be ready to work with diverse groups of people. You’ll also be able to evaluate broadcast news writing and radio dialogue to critically think about the best way to convey your message. What’s more, you’ll examine issues within the field like building or breaking trust with an audience and analyzing why certain messages are effective. You’ll be ready to handle challenges in the field, stand out in the workforce and lead a life full of Christian service.
Curriculum
Code | Title | Hours |
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Required Courses | ||
COMM 250 | Intro To Mass Communication | 3 |
COMM 321 | Media Writing | 3 |
COMM 329 | Film History | 3 |
or PHIL 371 | Philosophy and Film | |
COMM 339 | Film & Video Production | 3 |
or COMM 351 | Radio Production | |
COMM 270 | Sports Journalism | 3 |
or COMM 347 | Animation | |
or COMM 439 | Advanced Film and Video Production | |
Take three total credits of the following (at least one credit of each course): | 3 | |
WCUA-Radio | ||
Lighthouse-Newspaper | ||
Choose one of the following not already taken: | 3 | |
Advanced Public Speaking | ||
Sports Journalism | ||
Political Communication | ||
Film History | ||
Film & Video Production | ||
Animation | ||
Radio Production | ||
Advanced Film and Video Production | ||
Philosophy and Film | ||
Total Hours | 21 |