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The Faculty
The Major
The Minor
Course Offerings
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Source: 2002-2003
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The Mass Media curriculum provides Washburn students with a rich
diversity of media studies in the areas of electronic media, public relations,
advertising and media writing and publishing. The courses of study within these
areas of emphasis are designed to prepare students for careers in the field and
graduate studies in the applied areas. The courses are also designed to meet
the needs of students interested in media studies but not planning to pursue a
major. The major and minor can be selected in combination with other majors
offered in the College of Arts and Sciences and other Schools within the
University.
On Campus Laboratories
Mass Media
majors have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in electronic media,
public relations, and print media at Washburn University. The Instructional
Media's television studio, WUCT-CH 13 cable channel, and KTWU-CH 11 provide
majors with broadcast experience. The Review newspaper and the KAW yearbook
provide both print media and public relations opportunities. The writing and
design courses are taught in the Stauffer Mass Media computer lab.
Internships
Internships are
required for most students. The Mass Media faculty maintain a network of
contacts with professionals in radio, TV and cable network companies,
newspapers, advertising and public relations agencies, and business and
professional organizations. Internships must be approved by the chairperson, in
consultation with the advisor. Twenty-four hours of credit in the major must be
completed prior to the internship experience.
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