2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Dec 18, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Communication Studies, BA


Mission Statement: The Communication Studies program empowers students to thrive as leaders and innovators in today’s evolving communication fields. Our rigorous curriculum combines research, cutting-edge technology and best practices to provide students the essential knowledge, values, and experience needed to excel.

Vision Statement: To support our mission, we value collaboration, inspiration, contemplation, and innovation.

Collaboration:
We recognize learning is a joint venture between each instructor and student. We strive to develop permanent relationships within our major, across our campus and with our alumni.

Inspiration:
We endeavor to create a learning community that empowers our students to discover a passion for leadership and creative engagement in our world. We have high expectations for our students, identifying resilience and adaptability as keys to personal and professional success.

Contemplation:
We are committed to rigorous inquiry and reflection in our academic and professional pursuits. We encourage thoughtful interaction, promoting a diverse and engaged learning environment.

Innovation:
We are intentional in embracing changes in the communication field. We critically evaluate those changes to model best practices in scholarship, pedagogy and professional development.

Concentration Requirements


Students are required to select one of the two concentrations that follow: