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Overview

The mass media program at ISU consists of two tracks:

  • Management, Promotion, & Sales
  • Media Arts

As a mass media major, you will learn about the history of the media industries while practicing the business and creation of media in their coursework and hands-on experiences at our student media outlets:

  • WZND Radio
  • TV 10
  • The Vidette
  • Student Television Workshop
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Point of Pride

The School of Communication’s state-of-the-art Social Media Analytics Command Center is the first of its kind in the Midwest. The center is dedicated to studying social media analytics and strategy.

Why study Mass Media?

There has been explosion of digital media outlets and platforms over the last decade adding to the already established radio, TV, and newspaper industries. Media companies need educated talent to create content and manage business operations.

You will leave our program with real-world experiences so you can make contributions to the field. Plus, we have a large and involved alumni network eager to provide opportunities to fellow Redbirds.

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