Commercial Writing . Speech Communications . A vast amount of information in today's society is transmitted through the printed word. The need has never been greater for dedicated Christians who can produce literature for brochures, magazines, newsletters, and other materials. The communications major with a full commercial writing concentration of 42 hours helps the student develop and refine journalistic, advertising, technical, and creative writing skills.
Students also grasp the fundamentals of layout and design.
S tudents will gain practical insight into commercial writing through various campus publications and other publishing opportunities. English or journalism may not be claimed as a minor. English and journalism courses are a part of the commercial writing major. 3 BI 202 Old Testament Survey 2 EN 301 Creative Writing 3 CO 299 Soph. If a student takes the typing placement test and places out of OA 100, he has satisfied this requirement but he has to replace the three hours with general electives.