Whether you imagine yourself on-camera, at-the-scene, or behind-the-scenes, you’ll learn it all with LTU’s Media Communications degree program. Our dynamic “media ecosystem” is a global phenomenon that demands talented, versatile professionals who can blend technological sophistication, creative storytelling, and marketing savvy to meet the exciting challenges of an industry that is expanding and evolving in unpredictable ways.
LTU cross trains you to move with confidence and agility across a variety of careers in the studio, on location, and in the digital world through critical film and media studies, media content creation, and hands-on, market-ready media production experience.
Media and communication professionals are integrating AI tools into the cultural industry of storytelling. AI has been used to facilitate content production, coordinate audience engagement, and critique trends and phenomena in popular culture. At LTU, students in the Media Communication program learn how to foreground the human elements in storytelling and effectively use technological means to enhance the impact of their work. In an era of digital convergence and quick consumption, our students are equipped with the critical mindset of adapting to changes while promoting personal and civic wellbeing in the process.
Starting with our gateway course, Media, Communication, and Society, students examine the history of media technologies, such as the printing press and radio, and use that knowledge to understand the present wave of AI development. The course also prompts students to think critically about the social impacts of AI in areas like information literacy, labor rights, and consumer ethics. This lays the foundation for their subsequent studio courses, allowing them to become adept media producers for any technological era.
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College Composition develops students’ acquisition of the fundamental principles of academic writing. This course focuses on the development of writing thesis statements and main arguments, topic sentences, transitional words and phrases, supporting paragraphs, use of evidence, essay organization, and research skills. Extensive writing and research practice is required.
COM1103
3
Students will receive hands-on training with cameras and learn basic principles of lighting and audio techniques used in video production.
MCO2003
3
Prerequisite: None. Introduction to the study of motives at work in human behavior; understanding of perception, reasoning, memory, consciousness, intelligence, psychopathology, and individual differences. Lecture 3 hours. 3 hours credit
PSY1213
3
Electronic mass media and their functions: legal, economic, psychological aspects the media broadcasting and production are discussed. A survey of race, gender, and multicultural issues with regard to the media are also addressed. Special focus on the ethics of media communications professionals in problem solving. Required for all Media Communications majors.
MCO1003
3
Electronic mass media and their functions: legal, economic, psychological aspects the media broadcasting and production are discussed. A survey of race, gender, and multicultural issues with regard to the media are also addressed. Special focus on the ethics of media communications professionals in problem solving. Required for all Media Communications majors.
GENxxx3
3
Total Credits:
15
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A rigorous look into symmetry, tiling, perspective and surfaces using tools from Euclidean Geometry and other mathematical principles to further the understanding of limits, areas under curves, slopes and tangent lines. Topics covered include Fibonacci numbers, the Golden Ratio, Platonic and Archimedean solids, rigid motions, rosette, frieze and wallpapers groups and their commonalities in Art, Engineering and Computer Science.
MCS1254
4
This course is an exploration of digital tools (digital recorders, microphones, mixers, and related processing equipment/software) to produce an array of audio tracks for live and pre-produced video production projects. This course utilizes state of the art audio software tools.
MCO1013
3
An exploration of film history, technology, and theory. Class will cover such topics as narrative, mise-en-scene, editing, cinematography, sound and music, basic film theory approaches, and genre.
MCO2213
3
Principles of individual and group speaking, with emphasis on structure, content, and delivery of ideas and arguments. This course may be taken concurrently with COM1103 English Composition.
COM2113
3
A historical survey that develops students’ abilities to critically engage texts of the ancient global world, placing an emphasis on the way these texts reflect their context and human experience. Readings may draw from philosophy, history, literature, visual art, and more. Class activities include reading of primary sources, seminar discussion, and writing in various genres. May be taken concurrently with COM 1103.
HUM1213
3
Total Credits:
16
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Introduction to broadcast studio equipment (level 1). Basic understanding and application of the function and operation of studio equipment. Students work in teams to provide technical support in-studio and remote production of in-house broadcast projects.
MCO2563
3
Fundamentals of writing cross-media: a review and understanding created of community institutions and news resources and how to access and present information from these community resources. Scenario-based problem solving is used. Credibility of sources and corroboration of news content also addressed. The following course can be taken concurrently with this course: MCO 1003.
COM 2103
3
Functioning and control of remote video and studio camera units: Students will receive an initial five weeks of lecture-based instruction on use of camera; second segment involves students capturing field footage and working with instructor in workshop setting; final segment of course addresses in-studio camera operation and practice.
MCO3203
3
A historical survey that develops students’ abilities to engage texts of the modern global world, placing an emphasis on the way these texts reflect their context and human experience. Readings may draw from philosophy, history, literature, visual art, photography, film, digital media, and more. Class activities include reading of primary sources, seminar discussion, and writing in various genres. May be taken concurrently with COM 1103.
HUM1223
3
This course explores industry standard graphic applications using the Adobe Creative Suite. Students will gain an understanding of graphic design fundamentals through demonstrations and hands-on assignments to expand their digital graphics skill set.
MCO2623
3
Total Credits:
15
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Discuss the theory of editing as well as hands-on experience using state-of-the-art editing software. Introduction to the terms and common practices of video editing. Projects include editing a variety of video program formats. In addition, students will learn to edit audio, create text, use video filters and output finished projects.
MCO 3303
3
Course not found.
SSCXX3
3
Course not found.
MCO 2543
3
Course not found.
GENxxx3
3
Discuss the theory of editing as well as hands-on experience using state-of-the-art editing software. Introduction to the terms and common practices of video editing. Projects include editing a variety of video program formats. In addition, students will learn to edit audio, create text, use video filters and output finished projects.
BIO/CHM/GLG/
PHY/PSC xxx3
3
Discuss the theory of editing as well as hands-on experience using state-of-the-art editing software. Introduction to the terms and common practices of video editing. Projects include editing a variety of video program formats. In addition, students will learn to edit audio, create text, use video filters and output finished projects.
BIO/CHM/PHY xxx1
1
Total Credits:
16
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A reading, research and writing intensive course in which students will create and maintain a carefully crafted blog throughout the semester with a strong civic component. Students will also research and analyze wikis, viral media, podcasts, virtual communities, and other communication platforms.
XXX3
3
A reading, research and writing intensive course in which students will create and maintain a carefully crafted blog throughout the semester with a strong civic component. Students will also research and analyze wikis, viral media, podcasts, virtual communities, and other communication platforms.
MCO3633
3
Course not found.
MCO3253
3
Course not found.
GEN XXX3
3
Course not found.
LLT 2XX3
3
Total Credits:
15
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Students work in teams to provide technical support in-studio and remote production of in-house broadcast journalism projects. They will experience all aspects of live and remote productions as well as gain expertise and use of studio equipment.
MCO3613
3
Students will explore their skills in media by working with local companies. Industry mentors will help students see where their contributions can fit into the local media landscape.
MCO 3911
3
Television scripts will be analyzed and critiqued from the initial proposal treatment through final draft by both instructors and peers. Peer editing and review. Writing commercials, public service announcements, video and web marketing pieces, and other persuasive script content addressed. Case studies and scenario-based exercises and assignments as well as persuasive script editing will be used. Peer editing and review.
MCO3713
3
Course not found.
LLT 3XX3/4XX3
3
Course not found.
MCO 2XX3/3XX3
3
Total Credits:
13
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Pathways 4001 is the capstone course for CoAS majors’ Pathways Program. The course meets for 4 half-day Saturday sessions fall term. The course’s work requirements are satisfied throughout students’ final year under the supervision of the Pathways Program Director. Requirements include: a) mentoring first-year CoAS majors in the Pathways 1001 course, b) participation in an extra- or co- curricular activity related to major research field, c) incorporation of leadership / ethics issues in senior thesis / capstone project.
MCO/COM
3XX3/4XX3
3
Pathways 4001 is the capstone course for CoAS majors’ Pathways Program. The course meets for 4 half-day Saturday sessions fall term. The course’s work requirements are satisfied throughout students’ final year under the supervision of the Pathways Program Director. Requirements include: a) mentoring first-year CoAS majors in the Pathways 1001 course, b) participation in an extra- or co- curricular activity related to major research field, c) incorporation of leadership / ethics issues in senior thesis / capstone project.
MCO/COM
3XX3/4XX3
3
Course not found.
MCO/COM
3XX3/4XX3
3
Course not found.
SSC/PSY 3XX3/4XX3
3
Course not found.
GEN XXX3
3
Total Credits:
15
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Students will use this practicum to create and finalize an industry-ready digital portfolio. Students will work with an advisor to analyze and create necessary content.
MCO4933
3
Students will use this practicum to create and finalize an industry-ready digital portfolio. Students will work with an advisor to analyze and create necessary content.
MCO 3XX3/4XX3
3
Students will use this practicum to create and finalize an industry-ready digital portfolio. Students will work with an advisor to analyze and create necessary content.
MCO 3XX3/4XX3
3
Course not found.
MCO 3XX3/4XX3
3
Students will use this practicum to create and finalize an industry-ready digital portfolio. Students will work with an advisor to analyze and create necessary content.
GEN XXX3
3
Total Credits:
15
Genna is a Content Host for the Chicago Black Hawks and a Ringside Reporter for NBC Sports in Chicago. Genna previously worked as a Publisher and Host for Sports Illustrated producing content for and hosting The Tigers Baseball Report and The SI All Lions show. Prior, Genna was an Associate Producer for State Champs! Network.
Dillon is an On-Camera Sports Anchor/Reporter for the ABC affiliate WDIO-TV in Duluth. In addition to his on-camera work, Dillon shoots, writes, and edits his sports segments for the station. As a hockey player and broadcast enthusiast, Dillon honed his skills in the Media Communication program and announced sports for State Champs! Network.
Jason is a Play-by-Play Broadcaster for Big Ten Network, ESPN, NFL Network, Chicago Blackhawks, Chicago Sky, and FS1. He is the first-ever Black Play-By-Play Broadcaster in the Black Hawks franchise. At 23 years old, Jason and Genna Rose are the youngest broadcasters in NHL history. Jason hosted for Sports Illustrated, and State Champs! Network.
Use Your Cell Phone as a Document Camera in Zoom
From Computer
Log in and start your Zoom session with participants
From Phone
To use your cell phone as a makeshift document camera