Jason Zalinger, Ph.D., Program Director
914-674-7511
JZalinger@mercy.edu
| General Education Requirements |
60 credits |
| Major Concentration |
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| Communication Arts |
42 credits |
| Free Electives |
18 credits |
| Total |
120 credits |
Overview
Communication Arts is a career-oriented, interdisciplinary program that is designed to be flexible while also providing students with the communication, strategic thinking, and digital fluency they need to be successful in a rapidly changing, diverse, and digital world.
As the communication industry continually evolves with technology and societal trends, Communication Arts provides a robust set of hard and soft skills applicable to a variety of potential career paths in content creation, entertainment, brand management, advertising, marketing, nonprofit work, and more. This flexibility also requires that each student work closely with their program director, faculty, and PACT mentor to plan a holistic and rewarding experience.
Core Values
Our program is anchored by six core values that shape our students into effective, empathetic, and creative communicators. First, our emphasis on Creativity nurtures original and innovative ideas to help students craft narratives, engage audiences, and solve challenges. Collaborative Problem Solving encourages students to draw on their collective knowledge to tackle complex problems and produce innovative solutions. Adaptability prepares students to thrive in a fluid digital landscape. Strategic Thinking fosters the ability to conceive and implement long-term visions and goals. Ethical Practice helps students weigh any potential harm content may cause. Finally, we promote a culture of Empathy and Self-Reflection, which empowers students to communicate with a deep understanding of diverse perspectives and promotes self-awareness that enhances personal growth. Communication Arts leverages these values to help students shape the communication landscape of tomorrow.
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