Communication Arts
To inquire about this program:
Killian Heilsberg-McElrath | 423.869.6386 | killian.mcelrath@lmunet.edu
Combining technology, science, and the fine arts, LMU's Communication Arts program will give
you the knowledge and the sophisticated hardware you need to unlock your creative potential
and express your ideas. Through courses that provide a broad educational background, you'll
study all aspects of basic communication arts. But you'll also have the flexibility to pursue
a specialized course of study that fits your area of interest.
Special Features
You can focus on and strengthen your particular interests through elective courses that allow you to specialize in:
- Theatre and Performance Studies
- Business Communication/Public Relations/Advertising
- Media Production
Program courses cover every aspect of communication--from Phonetics and Diction to Communication
Law and Ethics. You may also work with other programs to study marketing and advertising.
Special-topics classes allow you to explore a variety of subjects and develop particular skills. Past courses have included:
- Film Genres
- Advanced Diction
- Makeup and Special Makeup Effects
- Announcing for the Camera
LMU's Sigmon Communications Center houses
a radio station and a television studio that produces nightly news broadcasts--all run by students.
You'll get hands-on experience through our practicum programs. You can work on theatre productions at the LMU Hayrick
Playhouse, or as part of the production staff of LMU's student newspaper, or in public relations activities.
Course Information
As a communication arts major, you'll take courses in:
- Introduction to Theatre
- Introduction to Mass Media
- Theatre Activities
- Broadcast Activities
- Print Media Activities
- Public Relations Activities
- Fund of Scenery and Lighting
- Writing for the Mass Media
- Broadcast Production (multi-camera production)
- Junior Communication Arts Seminar
- Phonetics and Diction
- Oral Reader as Communicator
- Fund of Acting
- Electronic Editing
- Senior Communication Arts Seminar
- Communication Law and Ethics
- Communication Arts Portfolio
- Survey of Dramatic Literature
- Acting for the Camera
- Special Topic
- Screenwriting
- Advanced Broadcast Production (single camera production)
- Computer Graphics and Animation
- Interactive CD Production
- Independent Study
- Internship
Minors
We also offer a minor in Theatre, which requires the following courses:
- Phonetics and Diction
- Oral Reader as Communicator
- Intro to Theatre
- Theatre Activities
- Fund of Acting
- Survey of Dramatic Literature
- Fund of Scenery and Lighting
Internship Opportunities
Our students have interned with mid-market TV stations, area radio stations, and the David Letterman Show.
Career Opportunities
A communication arts degree from LMU prepares you for a career in television, post-production, public relations, advertising and marketing, computer graphics and animation, promotional CD production--you name it.
Alumni Success
LMU graduates can be found in all areas of television. They are working as television news
anchors and directors. They're handling graphics and promotions for major companies such as
Ruby Tuesdays. They're also editing shows for Scripps Networks television. But you'll also
find our alumni writing for newspapers and working in radio.
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Admissions inquiries
Office of Admissions 423.869.6467
Email: admissions@lmunet.edu
"Our students come to us wanting to learn many different things. Some want to make movies. We have the capacity to help students find the information and confidence necessary to pursue their dreams; and we have the wisdom and talent in our faculty and staff to encourage the freedom of imagination and instill the discipline of application." --Faculty member
Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Arts
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