The Department of Communication Design focuses on the study of the structure, processes, aesthetics, functions, and effects and creation of mediated communication.
Students have the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in a wide array of highly integrated design applications. At the undergraduate level the Department aspires to contribute to a broad education for majors by raising their level of visual, aural, and written communication literacy, as well as their critical thinking ability by developing their understanding and appreciation of mediated message creation and exchanges. The Department advances knowledge as well as skills needed for future employment in graphic communication, radio, television, video production, advertising, business, government, education, and consulting wherein communication design skills are essential. At the graduate level, the program serves students in providing career-oriented skills and qualifications. Students have the opportunity to study theory, criticism, research methods, and to enhance professional skills appropriate to their Instructional Design career goals.