2014-2015 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Communication
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Nethery Hall, Room 224
269-471-6314; Fax 269-471-3125
commdept@andrews.edu
www.andrews.edu/comm/
https://www.facebook.com/aucomm
Faculty
Rachel Williams-Smith, Chair
Patrice Jones
Beverly J. Matiko
Debbie Michel
Melchizedek M. Ponniah
Delyse E. Steyn
Desrene L. Vernon
Emerita
Luanne J. Bauer
Programs
Mission
The Department of Communication creates and fosters a diverse, Christian learning community dedicated to producing professionals of distinction committed to global service.
“Communicating for community” reflects the vision of the programs offered by the Department of Communication.
Communication is all about connection—successfully sharing messages and meaning. Communication competence is critical to being an effective leader. Lee Iacocca, chairman and CEO of Chrysler Corporation, said, “The most important thing I learned in school was how to communicate…you can have brilliant ideas, but if you can’t get them across, your brains won’t get you anywhere.”
The Department of Communication offers a variety of undergraduate programs as well as a master’s program and graduate certificate program.
Lambda Pi Eta
Lambda Pi Eta is the National Communication Association (NCA) affiliated honor society.
Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) Chapter
The Andrews University PRSSA chapter is affiliated with the Western Michigan Public Relations Society of America. At the national level students are eligible for PRSA’s publications, scholarships, award programs, leadership training and a national conference.
Computer Policy
The Department of Communication regards the computer as a tool integral to the success of students in their professional development. It is required that all students purchase a laptop computer and software to meet the department guidelines. Because computer technology is continually changing, a revised policy is drafted in the fall semester. A list of software is available in the department. Specific requirements change so it is important to make sure the software listed is compatible with the laptop you choose to purchase. Use of the computer in the curriculum varies by course.
Internships
Communication Management emphasis and Journalism and Communication Media majors must submit applications for required internships during the sophomore and/or junior year. Students must fulfill the required number of clock hours to meet the requirements for their degree. All Communication majors are encouraged to participate in the internship program and must then submit applications for internships during the junior or senior year. Department approval must be obtained prior to the start of an internship. It is strongly recommended that students complete COMM 480 prior to submitting applications.
Practicum
Practicum refers to the out-of-class opportunities on campus and in the immediate area for developing skills valuable to the communication professional. Students are encouraged to apply to the department for such opportunities. These experiences will be documented in a Portfolio as evidence of the student’s involvement in the practical application of theory. CoursesCommunicationJournalismPublic Relations
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