CCOM Academic Departments

To strengthen the College's academic infrastructure, CCOM established four new departments, each bringing clearer leadership and sharper curriculum oversight to our seven undergraduate majors.


 Animation, Film, and TV Department

The Animation, Film, and Television programs bring together storytellers, content creators, and media innovators. Students gain hands-on experience in directing, writing, cinematography, editing, and animation, working with professional-grade equipment from day one.

Student directing actors for a scene for a Coca Cola Refreshing film.

Communication and Media Studies Department

The Department of Communication and Media Studies explores how communication shapes politics, relationships, health, and issues of race and gender. Students build skills in message strategy, data analytics, and media production alongside critical thinking frameworks.

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Journalism and Sports Media

Two majors, Journalism and Digital Media and Sports Communication, prepare students as storytellers and critical thinkers. Faculty bring professional experience and ongoing research to the classroom.

Student holding mic listening to another student on his right speaking at the Yogi Berra stadium.

Strategic Communication Department

Our programs span advertising campaign development, public relations strategy, and related communication disciplines. Students train with industry-standard tools and facilities, faculty bring direct professional experience to the classroom, and graduates carry that preparation into careers across the field.

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