Mass Communication Minor (M)
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 | |
Select one of the following: | 3 | |
Sports Journalism | ||
Advanced Film and Video Production | ||
Animation | ||
Take three total credits of the following (at least one credit of each course): | 3 | |
Beacon-Newspaper (at least one credit each) | ||
WCUW-Radio | ||
Minor Electives | ||
Please select a 3-credit minor elective course not already taken as part of the minor. | 3 | |
Advanced Public Speaking | ||
Servant Leadership | ||
Radio Production | ||
Gender and Communication | ||
Philosophy and Film | ||
Total Hours | 21 |