Fall 2026 CAMS Course Offerings
ST: AI and Communication Ethics (COM 495) CRN 82163
MW 6:00 - 7:40 p.m. Dr. Josh Ewalt
Examine Artificial Intelligence as a communication medium and its impact on ethics, truth, power, and the human experience. Students explore AI in relation to past technologies, issues of surveillance and data infrastructure, and the role of institutions in shaping policy, while engaging with practitioners working to establish ethical guidelines. This course is ideal for students interested in the future of communication, media, and technology.
Persuasion (COM 401) CRN 82218
TR 9:00 - 10:40 a.m. Professor Rebecca Ewalt
Explore persuasion as a communication process, focusing on audience analysis, message design, emotional appeals, and rhetorical theory. Students learn to analyze and create persuasive messages and examine the role of persuasion in social movements and everyday influence. Emphasis is placed on ethical persuasion and real-world application.
Adv. Interpersonal Comm (COM 410) CRN 81480 Prerequisite: Junior Standing
MW 11:00 a.m. - 12:40 p.m. Dr. Sara Potter
Develop a deeper understanding of how communication shapes identity, relationships, and leadership. Through reflection and applied learning, students strengthen skills in emotional intelligence, clarity, and intentional communication for professional and personal contexts. The course emphasizes self-awareness and growth through experiential activities.
Intro to Podcasting (BC 255) CRN 82446
Substitutes for BC 473M Advanced Production
MW 8:00 - 9:40 a.m. Dr. Mark Shevy
Learn to plan and produce a podcast using strategic, ethical, and creative approaches. Topics include genre, content development, interviewing, production, distribution platforms, and industry practices. No prerequisites required. Students leave with a foundation to launch their own podcast projects.
Audio Production: Post (BC 371P) CRN 82185
TR 12:00 - 1:40 p.m. Professor Dan Zini
Gain hands-on experience producing audio for film, video, and games through studio and lab work. Includes collaborative digital cinema projects and preparation for Avid Pro Tools Post Production certification. Students build technical skills while working on industry-relevant projects.
Summer 26 Course Offerings
CAMS is offering 6-week
asynchronous WEB courses.
COM100: Public Address
COM110: Interpersonal Comm.
BC165: Intro to Media Literacy
BC415: Intercultural Comm.
**All courses count towards
general education credits.
Review the upcoming semester course bulletins to learn more about what courses we're offering. Keep in mind that many of our courses also meet general education requirements.
Communication Studies (COM)
We offer both a Communication Studies major (44–48 credits) and minor (20 credits) for students interested in how people create meaning, build relationships, and lead change through communication. These programs blend theory and practice to prepare students for careers in management, education, health, law, advocacy, and public service. Students learn to speak confidently, think critically, and collaborate effectively through courses in public speaking, interpersonal and small-group communication, argumentation, and research.
The Communication Studies major provides an in-depth foundation in communication theory and applied practice, while the minor offers a flexible option that pairs well with majors in business, education, health, and science, equipping students to communicate clearly, lead effectively, and succeed in any professional setting.
Tracks to choose from include: Health and Environmental Communication, Interpersonal and Intercultural Communication, Organizational Communication, and Public Communication and Social Influence.
Multimedia Production (BC)
We offer both a Multimedia Production major and minor for students interested in the creative and technical side of media making. Whether you want to produce music, film, television, podcasts, or live broadcasts, these programs provide immersive, hands-on experience in professional studios and labs using industry-standard tools like Adobe Creative Cloud and Avid ProTools. Students learn to write, record, edit, and produce engaging stories while developing the technical expertise and creative confidence needed to thrive in today’s media landscape.
The 43-credit major offers an in-depth path into production and broadcasting careers, while the 20-credit minor gives students from any discipline a taste of the process, perfect for pairing with other fields that value storytelling, collaboration, and digital communication.
Courses include: Audio Production, Television Production, the Documentary, and Podcasting, giving students hands-on experience in studio and field environments while mastering the creative and technical aspects of multimedia storytelling.
Multimedia Journalism (BC)
We offer both a Multimedia Journalism major (37 credits) and a minor (16 credits) for students passionate about storytelling, news, and the evolving media landscape. These programs combine strong writing and reporting instruction with hands-on media production experience to prepare students for careers in journalism, broadcasting, corporate communication, and digital media. Students learn to research, interview, edit, and publish stories that inform and engage audiences across print, broadcast, and online platforms while building technical proficiency in web design, multimedia storytelling, and content creation.
The Multimedia Journalism major offers an in-depth foundation in ethical reporting, media law, and professional production, while the minor provides a flexible pathway for students from any discipline to strengthen their writing, research, and digital communication skills. Through practicums, internships, and portfolio development, students gain the real-world experience and professional confidence to thrive in fast-paced media environments.
Focus areas include: News Writing and Reporting, Feature and Magazine Writing, Introduction to Multimedia Journalism, and Mass Communication Law.
