About Us
The Department of Communication offers the Bachelor of Science Degree in Communication. Our majors select one of four professionally oriented concentrations:
In addition to the Communication major the department offers two minor programs:
Each concentration offers a blend of theoretical and applied coursework offered by faculty members who combine significant professional experience with advanced degrees. Our state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities were renovated and updated in 2009 and include three computer labs, an online media lab, and a HDTV television production center.
Jacksonville is a great location for a program like ours. This dynamic metro area ranks in the top-50 media markets in the U.S. and is home to a large array of top-flight print and electronic media and advertising and public relations firms and the department enjoys a strong cooperative relationship with this professional community. Area professionals are frequent guests in our classes and support our student organizations. In addition, the department involves the professional community in its assessment efforts and curriculum planning.
The Department of Communication’s mission is to create and disseminate knowledge about human and mass-mediated communication processes through high-quality teaching, research, and service to the community.
Our graduates will be able to demonstrate the following ten competencies:
- Communicate effectively
- Value freedom of expression
- Embrace diversity
- Think critically
- Practice ethically
- Regard history
- Apply communication theory
- Conduct valid research
- Utilize appropriate technologies
- Engage in transformational learning.