Linda Cardillo, Ph.D., Chairperson
The major program in communication studies integrates the interdisciplinary tradition of the Division of Arts & Humanities and the rich liberal arts and sciences heritage of the College into the study of human communication – theories, principles, functions, processes, institutions, and practices. Its focus is on deepening students’ understanding and appreciation of communication’s formative role in shaping individuals, relationships, organizations, social and political institutions, cultures and knowledge.
Faculty members endeavor to develop in all students taking communication courses – majors and non-majors – an increased capacity for making informed judgments, for critical and responsible thinking, and for effective and ethical practices in all aspects of their professional, community and personal lives.
Design of the major program facilitates the development of graduates who have a broad knowledge and understanding of communication principles, theory, history, and practice; who are critical thinkers and decision makers; who are respectful of all persons and cultures; and who are proficient, creative, responsible, and ethically grounded communicators.
Students may pursue a major in communication studies and earn bachelor of arts or associate of arts degrees. They also may pursue minors in communication studies, and written communication.
Licensure for Teachers
Students choosing a major in communication studies who also want to pursue Ohio teacher licensure must satisfy the same requirements as the major and additional requirements in humanities and in education. The pertinent Adolescent to Young Adult License (grades 7-12) is integrated language arts. See Education. A concentration in language arts is available in the Middle Childhood Licensure (grades 4-9) program. See Education.
Learning Outcomes