A specialization should not be considered a major, but seen as an area of concentration based on individual career choice. The bachelor of arts candidate will complete all requirements listed previously for the bachelor of science candidate, but also will complete four semesters of the same foreign language. Practical experience through on the job training at WKWC-FM, theatre, Panogram or other communications outlets. May be repeated for a maximum of four hours. A general introduction to the various components of mass communications.
Special emphasis is given to the interdisciplinary nature of mass communications.
Sociological, psychological, political, ethical and economic issues associated with the media are explored as well as historical development of mass media outlets. A survey of major personalities, movements, and dramatic conventions throughout world history. Reading and discussion of representative plays. Development of skill in the basic techniques of acting, study of the principles of acting as an art. Exercise in concentration, movement, voice control and pantomime.