The Communication Studies major offers a concentration for those who want to pursue a more dedicated line of study in Mass Communication. The Mass Communication concentration seeks to produce culturally informed citizens with a high degree of media literacy who are thus well-equipped for service to the Kingdom in the creation and reception of mediated communication forms. The Communication Studies major operates five student managed publications that allow for hands on experience in a variety of contemporary media, including an online radio/podcast station, a video streaming and production unit, an online newspaper, the college yearbook, and social media platforms.
Minors
- Journalism
- Leadership
- Media Studies
- Public Relations
“I am so grateful for the experience and wisdom I gained in the Mass Communication Studies program. I enjoyed the balance of coursework which included both theory, practice, philosophy, and technique. In the classroom I read philosophers and was introduced to important communication scholars, and I also got to learn how to shoot and produce my own short film. I took the job of Eagle Radio manager in my junior year. As the manager of this student publication, I was able to work with other students to record, produce, and distribute podcasts from the college's recording studio. Whether I was working on assignments or working in the studio, I always felt supported by my professors. Overall, the Mass Communication Studies program has been a worthwhile, transformative experience. Communication is fundamental to existence, and it was my great privilege to learn about the kingdom of God from this perspective.”
-Javen Bear, Class of 2021
-Javen Bear, Class of 2021
Program Layout
The Mass Communications Concentration in the Communications major is a 126/129 hour program that includes 69 hours of general education courses (including 30 hours of Bible & Theology), 20/23 hours of open electives, and 37 hours in Communication-specific courses. Examples of classes include Rhetoric of Media, Communication Ethics, Media & Society, Christ, Communication, & Culture.
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