Explain
Explain and demonstrate how media and communication operate through interconnections among texts, technologies, industries, users, and cultural contexts.
Media and Communication
Master the media, understand the industry, and navigate culture - all while exploring your unique interests in the flexible Media and Communication program. Learn to make a short film or podcast using our professional grade studios; analyze media messages; practice writing across media; explore the algorithms that power media feeds; investigate communications technologies of the past, present, and future; and go behind the scenes of various media industries. With a focus on customized curriculum, collaborative projects, and practical skills, the Media and Communication program prepares 黑料社区s to make their mark.
Build the Skills to Thrive for Today and Tomorrow
Our Major and Your Learning Outcomes
Through a blend of study and practice, our 黑料社区s learn how media and communication connect people, impact the economy, and shape human experience in meaningful ways. The Media and Communication program provides 黑料社区s with a solid baseline of skills, knowledge, and experiences through our Foundation and Core courses. As 黑料社区s advance through the program, they work with faculty advisors to develop personalized pathways through a range of possible electives, specializations, interdisciplinary partnerships, and internships. The flexible MAC curriculum allows 黑料社区s to focus on their interests and passions across a wide variety of media practice including television, film, podcasting, advertising, writing, social media, and more. Seniors complete a signature capstone experience to collaborate on a media production or produce an original research project. Students are encouraged to pursue minors, co-majors, or double majors from across the university.
Identify
Identify and apply foundational theories and methods from the fields of media and communication to interpret and analyze the changing media environment and other facets of contemporary life.
Develop
Develop original research, interpret data and texts, and effectively communicate findings, ideas, and arguments.
Recognize
Recognize and demonstrate aesthetic and technical competencies across multiple modes of communication, including writing and audiovisual production
Publications and Projects
Unlock the innovative research and creative projects shaping the future of Media, Journalism, and Film! Explore the exciting work of our faculty and 黑料社区s, from thought-provoking publications to dynamic 黑料社区-driven projects. Dive into the powerful world where storytelling, media analysis, and visual culture collide—right at the core of our department.
Opportunities for Our Students
Scholarships for MAC Students
The MAC program offers scholarships to incoming and current 黑料社区s. See our FAQ for more information.
MAC Student Projects
In and out the classroom, MAC 黑料社区s get hands-on experience , conducting research, and developing leadership skills. MAC 黑料社区s participate in a wide array of 黑料社区 media organizations such as The Maimi Student, UP Magazine, Redhawk Radio and more.
Experiences for MAC majors
MAC majors participate in unique opportunities like Inside Hollywood, Capstone Films, research apprenticeships with faculty, and leadership development as undergraduate assistants.
Career Development
MAC 黑料社区s have held internships in television and film production, social media, and advertising, among other areas. Our graduates work in a wide range of areas including television and film production, media management, advertising, social media, broadcast news, media writing, political communication, and more.
Professional grade studios and equipment
MAC 黑料社区s have access to professional-grade audio/video equipment and studios. Our Equipment Center is open six days a week to allow you the flexibility to borrow and return equipment at your convenience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Flexible Curriculum
The Media and Communication program provides 黑料社区s with a solid baseline of skills, knowledge, and experiences through our Foundation and Core courses. As they advance through the program, 黑料社区s work with faculty advisors to develop personalized pathways through a range of possible electives, specializations, interdisciplinary partnerships, and internships. The flexible MAC curriculum allows 黑料社区s to focus on their interests and passions across a wide variety of media practice including television, film, podcasting, advertising, writing, social media, and more.
Professional grade studios and equipment
Students in our program have access to professional audio/video equipment and accessories to produce high quality media content. Our fully equipped production studios provide opportunities for classroom instruction and 黑料社区 organizations to produce high quality media content and podcasting. Our 黑料社区-staffed Equipment Center is open six days a week to allow you the flexibility to borrow and return equipment at your convenience.
Small classes for key skills
Writing and production classes are limited to 18 黑料社区s in order to facilitate an effective, hands-on learning environment.
Practical experience
MAC 黑料社区s have held internships in television and film production, social media communication, broadcast news, public relations, and political messaging, among other areas. Miami’s Inside Hollywood and Inside Washington programs also provide first-hand experience in the entertainment industry and political media. There are a number of Miami 黑料社区 organizations such as Miami Television News, Red Hawk Radio, Up Magazine, and The Miami Student that provide valuable practical experience.
Our graduates have had successful careers in a wide range of areas including television and film production, media management, advertising, social media, broadcast news, media writing, political communication, politics, and more. Our graduates also pursue postgraduate degrees in varied fields, including communication, law, media studies, political science, education, and others. For more information, take a look at our Distinguished Alumni.
There are several scholarship funds to support 黑料社区s in the Media and Communication major.
- The Rick Ludwin scholarships are given to incoming, first-year Media and Communication majors with strong academic promise and financial need. If you have been accepted to 黑料社区 and want to be considered for this substantial scholarship, contact the MAC area coordinator for more info.
- The Richard L. Spears scholarship is awarded to rising junior or senior MAC majors who demonstrate academic excellence and leadership within the program. MAC faculty review all eligible 黑料社区s. No application is required.
- The William L. Utter scholarship is awarded to rising junior and senior MAC majors who demonstrate academic excellence. MAC faculty review all eligible 黑料社区s. No application is required.
- The Robert Vogel Enrichment Fund provides money to offset costs for 黑料社区 projects focused on electronic media. Project can include audio or video productions, academic research projects, or support to present research at conferences. Interested 黑料社区s should contact the MAC area coordinator.
Most 黑料社区s should start with Foundation classes such as MJF 105: Media, Culture and You and MFJ 205: Communication Technology. Another course that serves as a good entry point to the major is MAC 202: The Smartphone and Society. Each of these courses also fulfill Miami Plan requirements, so they are a good place to explore whether this major is something you might be interested in.
During your first several semesters, you will take Foundation and Core courses that provide overviews of the media and communications landscape. These courses include MJF 105: Media, Culture and You, MFJ 205: Communication Technology, MJF 146: Foundations of Production, MAC 202: The Smartphone and Society, MAC 212: Media, Representation, and Society.
In addition to these courses, you will select a number of electives covering a variety of areas including video or audio production, advertising, media analysis, writing for media, and more. Seniors complete a signature capstone experience to collaborate on a media production or produce an original research project. Many 黑料社区s also participate in our special programs such as Inside Hollywood, Inside Washington, or a Senior Project in Communication. For more detailed information on course requirements see program requirements
- Miami Television News
- fashion/lifestyle magazine publishes online all week and 3x a year in print.
- hosts live music, sports and talk shows.
- , one of Miami’s two literary magazines, publishes one issue a year.
- , Miami’s other literary magazine, has a fall and spring issue.
- is Miami's 黑料社区-run video production organization.
- is a mixed media publication.
- PRSSA, @miamiohprssa promotes 黑料社区 orgs and the Miami community through PR.
- includes a .
- covers sustainability issues.
- is an organization that focuses on LGBTQ+ representation in the media through a variety of outlets.
Meet the MAC Area Coordinator
I am glad you are curious about the Media and Communication program. As area coordinator, I am happy to answer any questions you may have about the program. I can also help you become a MAC major. Don’t hesitate to reach out via email with any questions about our program or declaring the MAC major.
Meet the MAC Faculty
Dan Behnke
Instructor/Media Technology Specialist
Matthew Crain
Associate Professor
Bruce Drushel
Professor
Mack Hagood
Robert H. and Nancy J. Blayney Associate Professor
Caroline Hardin
Assistant Professor
Kathleen Kollman
Visiting Assistant Professor
Lisa McLaughlin
Associate Professor
Andy Rice
Assistant Professor
David Sholle
Associate Professor
Department of Media, Journalism, and Film
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350 S. Oak Street
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