Explore our Mass Communication programs
Broadcast, film, print, and online – these are methods of large-scale communication, also known as mass media, that reach large segments of the population very quickly, sometimes capturing audiences all over the world. Studying mass communication focuses on not only how content is created but also how it affects the opinions, attitude, and behavior of people who take it in.
Careers in advertising, journalism, public relations, film, television, radio, and even photography are possible. The role of the media can contribute to the formation of society by informing the public of important issues and happenings, and it can help develop cultural and economic aspects in the region. Creative expression through media enhances education and community engagement, making it an essential tool for social and educational development.
Notable items taught at Wayne State in the Mass Communication degree programs include how to write and prepare content for a number of platforms and audiences, hands-on training with electronic and digital forms of communication such as television and radio, and ethics to consider when crafting messages to be sent out into the world.
Mass Communication concentrations
The Agricultural Communication and Leadership program taps a growing profession that brings together agricultural, food, and life sciences with a practical understanding of marketing, public relations, and communication.
The Digital Film Production program will help you develop skills in film production and on-camera performance. You’ll also get experience with cinematic production aspects, such as acting and directing, lighting, and set design.
The Electronic Media program will develop your skills in audio and video production, performance, and production planning, preparing you for media roles through coursework like communication law, media management, and media ethics.
In the Journalism program, you’ll learn quality writing, ethical decision-making, layout and design, and photography. A Journalism degree can lead to careers in print and online media, TV and radio, and even marketing and PR.
Combine your passion for sports and media with the Sports Media degree program at Wayne State, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of journalism and apply them to live Wildcat athletic events.
Teaching mass communication
If you're interested in teaching communication, Wayne State offers the following endorsements in this field:

Communication Arts Department faculty

Sean Ahern, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Dr. Sean Ahern is a communication arts professor at Wayne State College. Ahern teaches Sports Writing, Radio Production, and Radio Workshop. He is also the advisor for the on-campus radio station KWSC-FM 91.9 The Cat.

Brian Begley, MFA
Associate Professor
Brian Begley is a communication arts professor at Wayne State College and technical director and designer for the theatre program. He teaches lighting and set design, technical theatre, play writing, and acting specialties, including performance for the camera and stage combat.

Raihan Jamil, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor

Pat Janssen teaches in the Communication Arts Department at Wayne State College. His academic interests include journalism ethics, sports and popular culture, and the relationship between politics and mass media.

Allyn Lueders, Ph.D.
Professor
Dr. Allyn Lueders is a communication studies professor at WSC. She teaches undergraduate courses in public relations and interpersonal communication and graduate courses in public relations leadership. She is the chair of the Communication Arts Department.

Teresa Morales, Ph.D.
Professor
Dr. Teresa Morales is a communication arts professor at Wayne State College. In addition to teaching CNA 100 Principles of Human Communication, she also teaches Public Address, Argumentation, Persuasion, the Rhetoric of Civic Life, Professional Presentations, Language and Human Behavior, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Theory, and Case Studies in Organizational Leadership.

Rusty Ruth, MFA
Associate Professor
Rusty Ruth is a communication arts professor at Wayne State College. He teaches acting, directing, dramatic literature, and stage dialect courses.

Liz Viall, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
She teaches Communication Law, News Writing, Photojournalism, Agricultural Communications, and Integrated Brand Promotion, and advises the student-run newspaper, The Wayne Stater, as well as the Photography Club.

Mike White, Ed.D.
Associate Professor
Dr. Mike White is a communication arts professor and teaches television and video production, electronic media, and other mass communication courses at Wayne State College. He advises KWSC-TV, the college’s cable television station, serving Wayne and streamed online. White also oversees the KWSC Productions (The Hot Attic), the student video and the short film production studio.

Joe Whitt, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Dr. Joe Whitt is a communication arts professor at Wayne State College. He specializes in human communication, particularly in interpersonal, intercultural, family, small group, environmental, and organizational contexts.
Get in touch
Department of Communication Arts
Humanities Building, Room 213
Phone: 402-375-7395
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A Top Public College in the Midwest
WSC was identified as one of the top public universities in the Midwest for 2025 by U.S. News & World’s Best Colleges ranking report.

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