The campus television facility features a professional multi-camera TV studio where students acquire skills associated with the production of newscasts and interview format programs. Additionally, the College maintains a separate area for the editing of program videotaped on location. Students are encouraged to hone their skills outside of class by becoming involved in extra curricular activities such as the Video Club and the College's monthly cable program, N-Triple Scene. This classroom provides students with hands-on experience in layout and design. This facility is used for teaching classes and is open for students to use for completing projects and assignments.
Alumni stress the value of internships and co-operative education experiences to develop skills.
Internships are available at most local radio and television stations as well as other media industries such as advertising agencies, newspapers and public relations departments of local companies. Students interested in pursuing an internship or co-op should contact the CMA Internship Coordinator for further information. A total of at least 65 credit hours with a minimum Curriculum Grade Point Average of 2.0. Academic Foundations courses do not count toward the degree. SPE 101 Speech Communication 3.