Communication & Media Program Highlights
Students in Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s Communication & Media BA in Ohio gain hands-on experience from day one — working in announcing, media production, and promotional projects using industry-standard equipment and software. They also develop real-world skills through campus media outlets (radio, TV, and student publications) allowing them to create professional-quality content, build strong portfolios, and prepare for successful careers in media, communications, digital marketing, and public relations.
At MVNU, faith isn’t just part of the experience — it’s the foundation. From prayer in the classroom to engaging Scripture and exploring real-world ethical questions, every moment is designed to help you grow. Here, your education goes beyond knowledge — it shapes who you are becoming.
Students have a variety of travel opportunities, including attending events like the Momentum Conference and CMB University, as well as traveling with athletic teams for Crossroads and NAIA National Tournament games. Students may also explore diverse locations through summer internships across the U.S. and internationally, along with additional service and learning trips available to all MVNU students.
Why Choose MVNU
With MVNU’s Communication and Media major, you’ll develop practical skills needed for organizational and interpersonal leadership and careers in everything from journalism and mass media production to public relations to event planning.
The digital media concentration equips students with a passion for journalism, audio/radio, video/television, and film. We help you develop the relevant performance and production skills you need for a successful career in the ever-changing media industry. You will learn how to use the technologies, programs, and equipment required to produce effective, high-quality media, especially in radio, video, and print formats.
The strategic communication concentration blends foundational learning in time-tested communication theory, small group processes, and mass media, and dives deeper into public relations, plus establishing and implementing ethical foundations upon which your organization or brand can build a positive image.
Concentrations
- Digital Media
- Strategic Communication
Course Descriptions
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Financial Aid & Costs
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Student Support
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Meet Our Communication and Media Faculty
Learn from experienced, supportive faculty in MVNU’s Communication & Media program in Ohio, where real-world skills and academic theory come together in a Christ-centered environment designed to launch your career in media and communications.
Adjuncts
- Eric Brown, WNZR Assistant Station Manager
- Laural Heinze, Adjunct Instructor in Public Relations
- Alan Reed, Lakeholm Viewer adviser and Adjunct Instructor in Journalism
- Andria Bolden, Adjunct Instructor in Communication
- Marcy Rinehart, WNZR Station Manager and Adjunct Instructor
What Can You Do With A Communication and Media Degree?
A Communication & Media BA from MVNU in Ohio opens the door to diverse career opportunities in media, communications, and digital production. Graduates have pursued careers as radio hosts, sports journalists, videographers, YouTubers, songwriters, marketing managers, communications coordinators, and development directors, building successful careers in journalism, media production, digital marketing, and public relations.
- Journalist, reporter, or media writer
- Videographer, editor, or multimedia producer
- Marketing, advertising, or brand strategist
- Content creator or digital media specialist
- Social media manager or strategist
- Public relations or communications specialist
Did you know MVNU offers online degree programs? After graduating with your undergraduate degree, you can continue your education with a 100% online master’s program.
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