And, most of our students graduate in four years. The department is very diverse in terms of both faculty and students. More than half of our students are female. Minority students earn degrees in our department at a much higher percentage than in most programs at NIU, and we incorporate multi cultural perspectives into many classes. Students have the opportunity to study many related aspects of communication while focusing on their chosen area of interest.
Journalism is the collection and publication of current news and information.
Journalists are involved in managing, editing, or writing for newspapers, magazines, and radio and television news departments. Journalists also are involved in advertising and public relations. Students who have an interest in politics and other current affairs, and who find it rewarding to express themselves in writing, should investigate a major in journalism. Our degree programs for Communication Studies majors offer three separate choices. The emphasis in media studies combines courses in general communication with courses in mass communication theory, history, criticism, and production.