Communication Arts
Form strong connections while you develop professional skills with Malone’s strategic communication arts degree
Immerse yourself in the field of communications in our program that develops skills for group and interpersonal interaction, writing, and public speaking in mediated contexts. You will learn how to increase your capacity to empathize with others in intentional and meaningful ways based on your mode of communication. Our curriculum is experiential and hands-on, allowing you to develop your skills by knowing and doing.
You will participate in meaningful discussion and engage in the communication that is being studied. Our students graduate not only as competent communicators and artists but also as agents of truth, reflection, transformation, and reconciliation.
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Developing communication leaders in Ohio and beyond:
Sharing experiences and faith through storytelling
At Malone, our Christian faith is an integral part of all communication arts classes. Smaller class sizes and an interactive curriculum encourages students to form strong connections with other students and faculty. Malone graduates are prepared to make a difference in a way that celebrates God’s grace and faithfulness.
- Complete at least one internship
- Leadership development through class work and co-curricular opportunities on campus
- Diversify skills through concentrations that often pair with a minor in another area
Job and career paths with a communication arts degree
As part of our communication arts program, you’ll be introduced to a wide variety of career opportunities, including:
- Social Media Management
- Higher Education
- Public Relations Writer
- Law School
- Corporate Communications
- Public Policy
- Church & Ministry
- Gender Studies
“Malone’s communication arts program invested in every facet of my life. I was introduced to new ideas and challenged to grow as a communicator in many different contexts. The support I received in this community helped me grow to understand my calling and my vocational interests, and I chose to pursue graduate school. Now having successfully entered the workforce, I recognize that I wouldn’t be where I am today had it not been for faculty and staff who were intentional in helping me discover who God created me to be.”
Seneca Ransom, graduate student at The Ohio State University, John Glen School of Public Policy
Program Distinctives
L.A. Film Studies Center
This program directly introduces students to life and work in Los Angeles by connecting them with industry professionals. LAFSC provides opportunities to pursue interests in a safe and encouraging environment for exploring art, faith, and filmmaking. A number of our alumni are thriving, currently making films in the area.
Obtain HubSpot Social Media Strategy Certification to gain exceptional digital public relations skills
A value-add of Malone coursework, students can receive industry-recognized certification that lays a foundation for creating and executing impactful social media campaigns. This enhances career prospects by demonstrating expertise in the latest social media platforms, understanding audience engagement, and measuring campaign success—all important skills needed to thrive in the competitive job market of today’s digital age.
Communication Arts Internship Opportunities
Our location in Canton, Ohio, and its close proximity to Cleveland and Akron, provides ample opportunities for internships and hands-on learning. Our students have interned at a variety of interesting locations, including:
- Innis Maggiore Group (advertising agency)
- Akron Canton Airport (public relations and social media)
- Mar Comm by Ashley (marketing, public relations, and social media)
- Hannah’s House (non-profit serving at-risk youth)
- Tom Tod (non-profit working with middle school students)
- Friends Committee on National Legislation in Washington, D.C. (lobbying and public policy)
Communication Arts Concentrations
Communication Studies concentration
Understand core communication concepts and theories about conflict, gender, interpersonal relationships, as well as intercultural and organizational communication — and apply them in a wide variety of contexts and vocations.
Public Relations concentration
Prepare for positions in fundraising, promotion, event planning, advertising, marketing, community affairs, and other diverse fields as you connect with real clients using knowledge from the classroom.
Film and Media concentration
This concentration encourages you to blend critical analysis, practical skills, and storytelling in all of its forms as you work closely with other students to produce meaningful films, web pages, and other media projects.
Selected courses in this program
- COMM 230 – Mass Media and Society
- COMM 231 – Introduction to Media Production
- COMM 320 – Theory and Practice of Groups
- COMM 410 – Persuasion
- COMM 442 – Intercultural Communication
- COMM 343 – Interpersonal Communication
- COMM 375 – Cinematography and Editing
- COMM 272 – Film Appreciation
- COMM/ENG 270 – World Cinema
Faith Integration
At Malone, the Communications major is rooted in Christ-centered learning that equips students to be thoughtful, ethical, and compassionate communicators. We believe that communication is a powerful tool to reflect God’s truth, build understanding, and serve others with integrity in a diverse and changing world. Through theory and practice, we prepare students to engage culture and media faithfully, using their voices to uplift, connect, and inspire.