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USI campus to reopen, classes resume, January 28

Change is never easy, and we know this is a challenging time as you navigate recent announcements affecting programs and operations at Oakland City University. We want you to know that your educational journey doesn’t have to pause.

At the University of Southern Indiana, we are fully committed to helping you transition seamlessly so you can stay on track with your education journey. We’ve designed this dedicated page specifically for you to explore our programs, access resources, learn about credit transfers and continue your education with minimal interruption.

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Mission, Vision and Outcomes

Mission

The Communication and Media Department develops professional communicators through a theoretical and applied approach within a liberal arts context.

Vision

  • To excel in communication education by creating an open an collaborative environment;
  • To embrace innovation and integrity by providing both classroom and experiential learning opportunities;
  • To produce tomorrow’s industry professionals, civic leaders, and life-long learners who can make a difference in a diverse and global society.

Our Core Values

  • Professionalism
  • Passion
  • Creativity

Departmental Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes for Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations/Advertising, and Radio/Television Programs

At the completion of their degree program students enrolled in one of the mass communication majors will be able to:

To demonstrate critical thinking skills;

To demonstrate creative and expressive ability;

To communicate professionally and appropriately for various contexts;

To understand ethical and/or legal issues and apply them appropriately;

To communicate competently using different communication channels (written, oral, digital/technological);  

To demonstrate engagement as professionals and citizens at the local, national, or global level.

Learning Outcomes for the Master of Arts in Strategic and Organizational Communication

Graduates from the Master of Arts in Strategic and Organizational Communication program should know or be able to demonstrate the following student learning outcomes:

To develop students as skilled strategic communicators, problem solvers, and decision makers for the benefit of an organization’s internal and external stakeholders.

To equip students with the ability to assess situations from multiple perspectives and analyze key issues.

To prepare leaders to apply ethical and effective communication practices within the workplace.

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Communication and Media

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