Journalism & Media Studies

Department Mission Statement:

The mission of the Department of Journalism & Media Studies is to provide JMS majors with a foundation that includes skills required to become good communicators in the new millennium. Another aim of the JMS Department’s aim is to acquire and maintain standards of Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (AEJMC), the national accrediting body. JMS faculty will continue to encourage majors to be committed to diversity, multiculturalism, scholarship, and critical thinking. Also, the faculty will continue to provide majors with theoretical experiences (e.g., course work, seminars, and workshops) and a variety of practical opportunities (e.g., internships, media practicums) throughout their matriculation.

Department Goals and Objectives:

The JMS Department aims to prepare students for entry-level positions in the media industry of their choice.  The use of experiential learning, the acquisition of the latest technology and equipment, and awareness of important industry trends (e.g. media convergence) will enable students to compete in a difficult environment.