Communication Media (B.S.)

Program CIP Code

05.09.0401.00

Program Modality

• On-Ground

Program Student Learning Outcomes

• Understand and apply the principles and laws of freedom of speech and press for the country.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the history and role of professionals and institutions in shaping communications. 
• Demonstrate and understanding of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and, as appropriate, other forms of diversity in domestic society in relation to mass communications.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the diversity of peoples and cultures and of the significance and impact of mass communication in a global society.
• Understand concepts and apply theories in the use and presentation of images and information.
• Demonstrate an understanding of professional ethical principles and work ethically in pursuit of truth, accuracy, fairness and diversity.
• Think critically, creatively and independently.
• Conduct research and evaluate information by methods appropriate to the communication professions in which they work.
• Write correctly and clearly in forms and styles appropriate for the communications professions, audiences and purposes they serve.
• Critically evaluate their own work and that of others for accuracy, fairness, clarity, appropriate style and grammatical correctness.
• Apply basic numerical and statistical concepts.
• Apply tools and technologies appropriate for the communications profession in which they work.

Curriculum

• Broadcast Media Concentration B.S.  
• Journalism Concentration B.S.  
• Sports Communication Concentration B.S.