Trips Resources College Homepage EKU Homepage Dept. And you want to be well-educated, and easily able to make the leap in four years from student to media professional. In the Department of Communication at Eastern Kentucky University we believe that communications education is like a balance. On one side is the theory, the book learning, the issues and the philosophy behind it all. On the other side is the practice, the experience, the technology, the hands-on learning and the realities of the media workplace.
Some universities tip the balance toward theory.
Others tip it toward practice. By employing the principles of mentoring, coaching and teaching, our professors balance a firm foundation in the issues with a competent understanding of the technology, and a healthy dose of hands-on learning. Our professors are experienced, enthusiastic and passionate about giving our students the skills necessary to succeed. Our courses emphasize hands-on learning as well as models of instruction that teach students not only how to be successful media professionals, but also how to recognize and adjust to the changing media environment of the 21st century.