The Department of Communication and Journalism offers three different BA
degrees. These degrees are in: Communication, Mass Communication and Journalism.
The department also offers minors in Communication and in Public Relations. The
Mass Communication major prepares students for careers in the electronic media
in Maine and nationwide. Firmly grounded in the liberal arts, it provides
students with a background in history, legal, regulatory, ethical and management
issues necessary for a career in mass communication or for graduate study.
Faculty are established scholars who draw on extensive professional experience
and ongoing contacts with media organizations and associations in the state and
beyond. An Active internship program encourages students to become acquainted
with working in mass communication organizations and thus have demonstrable work
experience, professional contacts and an understanding of the industry before
they enter the job market.
General Skills and Education Requirements:
The program emphasizes a broad liberal arts curriculum. In keeping with
national accreditation standards, students are required to complete
approximately 75% of degree coursework outside the major including the following
curriculum of general education and skills courses.
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