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There are many opportunities for communications majors to enrich their experience
in the program, gain exposure to professionals and their work, interact with the
community, and travel. Consider the following: |
The
Communications Club. The Communications Club consists of majors and non-majors
who are interested in going beyond the classroom and getting involved in activities
that are communications centered. The Club meets twice per month and are engaged
in a number of projects. These include forums, workshops, and training sessions
involving professionals in the field, fundraisers, attending communications conferences
and outings, and performing outreach and community programs. |
The
Milean. The Division of Communications has oversight of the campus student
newspaper, the Milean. Both majors and non-communications majors staff the paper.
The publication is produced twice per semester and is circulated throughout the
campus. Students working on the Milean are able to develop their skills in all
aspects of print journalism, including layout, design, photography, reporting,
editing, and management. Students also may opt to receive one (1) hour of credit
for the Milean as a free elective. |
The
Miles Page. The MilesPage is a television program produced by the Division
of Communications for the local Bright House cable system. MilesPage is a news
magazine that utilizes the talents and skills of both professional staff and students—on-air
talent and both pre- and post-production. The 30-minute program highlights current
events and happenings of the college and is both entertaining and informative.
Students may opt to receive one (1) hour of credit for working on MilesPage. |
The
Sports Machine. The Sports Machine is another television offering for
the Bright House cable system. This 30-minute program highlights the sports moments
at Miles, featuring outstanding scholar athletes, coaches, scores, commentaries
and the latest accomplishments of one of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletics
Association’s (SIAC) rising member institutions. |
Internship.
Although technically internship is part of the academic curriculum, and therefore
not extra-curricular, we want to emphasize its enrichment value. Each student
majoring in communications must complete one semester of internship. The internship
position must be relevant to the student’s major and may be paid or non-paid.
Internship is designed to place the student in a professional environment and
allow him or her to gain experience that will make them more marketable in the
communications industry. |
College
Public Relations. The Division of Communications also directs public
relations for the College. Therefore, students have the opportunity to work with
professional staff and faculty members on numerous PR projects. |
