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1. COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION
AND INFORMATION
COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION
AND INFORMATION

2. EXPERIENCE THE
CCI COMMONS:
The Uncommon Living Experience
The CCI Commons is the ideal college living-learning experience,
offering students the support they need when they need it and the freedom
to do everything they hope to do as college students. Living in the CCI
Commons means connecting immediately with other communication majors.
Our students come from diverse backgrounds, but they share a love for great
storytelling, media and design. They care about ideas and freedom
of expression. And they care about each other.
Academic, creative and social support.
24/7 access to specialized computer labs and studio spaces.
Workshops that build skills, experience and confidence.
Networking with professionals.
Visits to businesses, studios and newsrooms.
Guest speakers, movie nights and much more.
Research shows that students who reside
in living-learning communities, like the CCI
Commons, have higher grade point averages
and are more likely than their peers to finish
college. What does that mean to you? You can
make friends in your major, build your skills
and strengthen your grades to ensure a strong
start at Kent State University!
It’s your college experience. Make it uncommonly good.
Located in Olson Hall near Central Campus, the CCI Commons is in easy
walking distance of the Kent Student Center, University Library, classrooms,
dining and recreation facilities. The CCI Commons offers:
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3. APPLIED COMMUNICATION A degree in applied communication prepares
students to work more effectively in a wide range of contexts, meeting
industry demands with more advanced communication training and integrated
communication skills. Applied communication majors learn the hands-on work of a
professional communication specialist and understand the theories that explain why
certain messages are most effective for different types of audiences.
GLOBAL COMMUNICATION Global communication provides students with
exposure to business processes, information management, media systems
and telecommunication structure, while studying intercultural organizational
communication practices.
HEALTH COMMUNICATION Health communication promotes skills in healthcare
communication and training, social support, health literacy, media literacy and the
design and development of health messages, programs and campaigns.
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION Interpersonal communication students
learn to assess verbal and nonverbal messages, evaluate effects of messages,
interpret diverse meaning and produce culturally sensitive messages.
ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION Organizational communication students
learn practical skills, such as creating effective newsletters and presentations, and
develop a deep understanding of theory and research.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Students studying public communication develop
skills in and an understanding of media and multimedia use, processes and effects
and the role of communication in popular culture.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
· Kent Communication Society
· Lambda Pi Eta
SchoolofCommunicationStudies
The School of Communication Studies recently marked its 80-year anniversary. Today, the school
offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees with majors in applied, global, health, interpersonal,
organizational and public communication. The school is nationally recognized for its scholarship,
and its students have received national attention for their academic and professional
accomplishments. The school has been recognized as a distinguished program in communication
by the Ohio Communication Association.
SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION STUDIES
DEGREE OPTIONS
UNDERGRADUATE
Bachelor of Arts
· Applied
Communication
· Global
Communication
· Health
Communication
· Interpersonal
Communication
· Organizational
Communication
· Public Communication
GRADUATE
Master of Arts
· Global Communication
· Health Communication
· Interpersonal
Communication
· Mediated and Mass
Communication
Doctor of Philosophy
· Communication and
Information
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KHALIL DIXON
SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION STUDIES
Can you see yourself crafting stories for newsletters, emceeing events or directing a student news show? Résumé-
building experiences are everywhere for those in the College of Communication and Information, and student Khalil
Dixon has taken advantage of them all.
“The college offers so many activities to get hands-on experience in any major or concentration. By participating
in student media, internships and practicums, extracurricular and campus activities and volunteer opportunities,
I believe I have used my time at Kent State wisely to learn and apply what I’ve learned. Now, instead of just
telling a potential employer what I have studied, I can proudly communicate the things I have experienced and
accomplished.”
As a public relations and marketing intern in the School of Communication Studies, Khalil played an integral role
in providing content for the school’s website. This included recording and editing video features for the school.
Additionally, Khalil contributed to the design of a newsletter for undergraduate students and wrote stories about
the school.
As a communication studies major, Khalil has learned “good verbal and nonverbal communication skills, listening
and feedback skills and news-gathering and information analysis.” As floor director of Kent State’s TV2, from
behind the podium presenting independent research at the Ronald E. McNair Scholars Summer Research Institute,
and while recording news segments for Black Squirrel Radio, Khalil has had the chance to put classroom lessons
into practice and gain experience for life.

4. ADVERTISING Advertising majors study the entire spectrum of the advertising
business and the social responsibilities of a persuasive media. The major prepares
students for careers in creative, media planning, account management, media sales,
sales promotion and direct marketing.
ELECTRONIC MEDIA Electronic media production (renamed Digital Media
Production - Fall 2014) majors gain first-hand experience in all aspects of single
camera and live multi-camera production, including shooting, audio recording,
editing, writing, directing and producing digital films and live television. Film
styles include documentary, commercial and corporate productions and narrative
fiction. Live television includes news, sports and entertainment programs in our
own high-definition studio, as well as covering live events in a million-dollar
remote production truck.
JOURNALISM (MULTIMEDIA NEWS, MAGAZINE, PHOTOJOURNALISM OR
BROADCAST NEWS) Broadcast news students learn to report, write and produce
news for television and radio stations. In the magazine concentration, students
learn all aspects of the reporting, writing, editing and production of digital and print
magazines. In the multimedia news concentration, students learn all aspects of the
reporting, editing and design of print and online news. Photojournalism majors study
the visual aspects of news reporting and storytelling.
PUBLIC RELATIONS Public relations majors study the strategic management of
communication and the relationships between organizations and their key publics.
Students develop skills in written, online, verbal and visual communications, as well
as research and strategic thinking. Students also have the opportunity to apply for
positions at two student-run agencies and to get involved in the Kent State Chapter
of the Public Relations Student Society of America.
Kent State’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication prepares students for careers in today’s
highly competitive media marketplace with a combination of academic excellence and practical,
professional skills. The School of Journalism and Mass Communication helps its students discover the
power of storytelling – the news story, the feature story, the multimedia story, the client's story. And, in
the process, it helps its students discover their own brand stories: who they are, what unique skills and
abilities they offer and what they want to do with their professional lives.
SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATION
SchoolofJournalismandMassCommunication
DEGREE OPTIONS
UNDERGRADUATE
Bachelor of Science
· Advertising
· Electronic Media
-Management
-Production
-Sports Production
· Journalism
-Multimedia News
-Magazine
-Photojournalism
-Broadcast News
· Public Relations
GRADUATE
Master of Arts
· Media Managment
· Public Relations
· Reporting + Editing
-Broadcast
-Convergence
-Journalism
Educators
-Magazine
-Newspaper
Doctor of Philosophy
· Communication and
Information
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When Cindy Deng graduated from high school, she knew she wanted to pursue a degree in the field of
public relations. Her pursuit led her to the College of Communication and Information’s School of Journalism
and Mass Communication, a nationally recognized school that encourages students to gain firsthand experience
with real-world resources.
“Like many freshmen, I worried about finding the right major. Support from professors and upperclassmen and
participation in student organizations like the Public Relations Student Society of America proved that I truly belonged
in the College of Communication and Information.”
The Kent State chapter of PRSSA in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication is nationally recognized for
excellence. In 2013, the chapter ranked second in the nation in the prestigious PRSSA Bateman Competition and is
one of only 12 PRSSA Star Chapters nationwide.
The School of Journalism and Mass Communication provides many opportunities for hands-on learning to ensure
graduates have experience for life.
STUDENT MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES
Black Squirrel Radio
Daily Kent Stater
KentWired.com
TV2
The Burr
A Magazine
Fusion
Luna Negra
Uhuru
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
· Public Relations Student Society of
America
· Kent State Chapter of the American
Advertising Federation
· Kappa Tau Alpha
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CINDY DENG
SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND
MASS COMMUNICATION

5. VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN (B.A.) Visual communication design majors
learn the foundational techniques of design and illustration through typography,
color and hierarchy in 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional formats, for print, Web and
motion design. This professionally oriented degree charges students to develop
conceptual and aesthetic skills, a knowledge of design history and tradition as a
basis for individual style, and an understanding of how their design skills will be
used in marketing, advertising and various communication fields.
VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN (B.F.A.) B.F.A. visual communication design
majors have a similar approach to B.A. students, but B.F.A. majors delve deeper into
their interest areas within design and illustration in additional studio courses and
professional portfolio development during their senior year. B.F.A. students further
explore how to solve problems and communicate messages through visual design,
translating theory into practice through professional example and experience.
PHOTO-ILLUSTRATION Photo illustration provides its majors with a
comprehensive program of study balancing a liberal arts education with studio
offerings in digital photography. Grounded in formal, technical and conceptual
skills building, the B.S. degree program builds a photography professional through
experiential learning opportunities, as well as through required courses in graphic
design and multimedia techniques.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
· AIGA, the professional association for design, Kent State student chapter
Can you imagine your drawings as billboard advertisements, book covers or Web interfaces?
Students in the School of Visual Communication Design transform artistic talent into professional
communications, solving problems with visual illustrations, designs and photos. The School of Visual
Communication Design is internationally recognized for the quality of its design curriculum. The school
is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, an achievement earned only
through a rigorous review process of accreditation.
SCHOOL OF VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN
DEGREE OPTIONS
UNDERGRADUATE
Bachelor of Fine Arts
· Visual Communication
Design
Bachelor of Arts
· Visual Communication
Design
Bachelor of Science
· Photo-Illustration
GRADUATE
Master of Fine Arts
· Visual Communication
Design
Master of Arts
· Visual Communication
Design
SchoolofVisualCommunicationDesign
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“Being a School of Visual Communication Design major has
taught me how to efficiently manage my time, how to best present
my research and how to effectively communicate an idea visually.
As the college name suggests, it is highly important as a student
in the College of Communication and Information to not only have
or develop the ability to communicate information well, but also to
develop the ability to find, organize and interpret information visually.”
Coursework in the School of Visual Communication Design
produces skilled graphic designers, photographers and illustrators,
while extracurricular activities promote engagement in the design
industry. Ashley is a student leader in the CCI Commons, a living-
learning community on campus, and is a member of the AIGA
student chapter, which encourages networking with professionals.
The School of Visual Communication Design is preparing Ashley for
a career in graphic design after graduation. Let it prepare you with
experience for life.
ASHLEY KOZAK
SCHOOL OF VISUAL
COMMUNICATION DESIGN

6. SchoolofLibraryandInformationScience
MASTER OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE Offering the only
American Library Association-accredited M.L.I.S. program in Ohio, the School
of Library and Information Science prepares students for positions of leadership
in librarianship and information professions such as publishing and competitive
business intelligence.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION ARCHITECTURE AND KNOWLEDGE
MANAGEMENT The M.S. in Information Architecture and Knowledge
Management offers concentrations in the emerging fields of health informatics,
knowledge management and user-experience design.
PH.D. IN COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION The interdisciplinary doctoral
program provides students with a foundation in communication and information,
beginning with the core courses, then becoming individually tailored to allow
specialization according to each student’s expertise and research.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
· American Library Association student chapters (Associated Library Science
Students of Ohio and Columbus/Associated Library Science Students of Ohio)
· Beta Phi Mu, international library and information science honorary society
· Society of American Archivists student chapter
· Special Libraries Association student chapter
The School of Library and Information Science at Kent State University has the only American
Library Association-accredited Master of Library and Information Science degree program in Ohio,
offering courses in Kent, Columbus (State Library of Ohio) and through a fully online option. The School
of Library and Information Science also offers a Master of Science in Information Architecture and
Knowledge Management and participates in an interdisciplinary Ph.D. in the College of Communication
and Information. The school is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the nation’s top 20
library and information science graduate programs, with a youth librarianship program that is ranked
10th. It is one of the largest library schools in the country, with more than 650 students enrolled.
SCHOOL OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
DEGREE OPTIONS
GRADUATE
Master of Library and
Information Science
Master of Science
· Information
Architecture
and Knowledge
Management
Doctor of Philosophy
· Communication and
Information
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Don Jason, a student in the School of Library and Information
Science, didn’t have to make a hard decision when considering
this College of Communication and Information school. Before
making this kind of decision, though, Don says, “Students have
to look at themselves first. They have to find what is unique and
special or even quirky about them, and then they have to bring
that to every project they complete. Students who really want
to make a difference in society, uncover truths and educate the
public through journalism, marketing or public relations as well
as library and information science, should consider the College
of Communication and Information.”
The School of Library and Information Science promotes
community with peers and experienced faculty, a real-world
practicum and access to multiple resources to encourage success.
“I learned to use my professors as academic and professional
resources. They have been in the library and information science
field for 20-plus years, and they have made a lot of connections
over that time. Seeing professors practicing what they preach
leaves students with powerful impressions,” Don said.
Don has applied his classroom experience to real-world
situations by successfully completing internships in several
different libraries, and by attending conferences and engaging
in professional development opportunities.
With the experience for life Don is gaining through the School of
Library and Information Science, he said his goal is “to graduate
on a Saturday, and report to a full-time job with benefits on
Monday! The College of Communication and Information has a
proven track record of making this happen!”
DON P. JASON III
SCHOOL OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE

7. THE TANNERY Real campaigns. Real clients. Real-world experience. The Tannery is a student-staffed, full-service integrated
marketing communication firm, located in downtown Kent, where top-performing students in the College of Communication and
Information come together to solve real-world client problems. With a team composed of visual communication design, public
relations, advertising, computer science and marketing students, the firm works with local, regional and national clients.
The Tannery offers the experience to prepare students for lifelong success. The Tannery presents an opportunity to bridge the
college experience to a full-time career in the field. Student employees learn to meet and exceed the dynamic demands of clients
and businesses on a regular basis.
GLYPHIX Started in 1974 as one of the first such programs in the country, Glyphix is an award-winning design studio within the
College of Communication and Information’s School of Visual Communication Design. The studio is staffed by exceptional visual
communication design undergraduate and graduate students. Glyphix provides a professional atmosphere, both in philosophy and
physical space, where student designers develop creative solutions for a wide variety of client needs.
SCANPATH ScanPath Usability Lab is an entrepreneurial venture started in 2006 in the Information Architecture and Knowledge
Management program of the School of Library and Information Science. Usability experts and state-of-the-art equipment —
including eye tracking, multiple camera views and detailed analysis software — can assess user behavior and interaction with
a website to guide or improve its structure and architecture.
TELEPRODUCTIONS For more than 50 years, TeleProductions’ professionals have provided the university and the surrounding
community with a wide range of media services, technical and instructional support and award-winning video and audio
productions. TeleProductions’ facilities include a fully digital high-definition satellite uplink/production truck, a television
production studio, a video duplication center, and several post-production edit suites.
COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION
AND INFORMATION
ENTREPRENEURIAL UNITS
Innovative … Competitive … Entrepreneurial
The College of Communication and Information understands that 21st-century students must compete
in an innovation-driven economy that exists in a global marketplace. Coursework inspires students to
think analytically, creatively and ethically, while the college’s entrepreneurial units stimulate them to
apply those skills in real-world laboratories.
strategic marketing planning
market research
concepts and designs for brochures
direct mail and logo/identity
broadcast, including radio and TV spots
web design/redesign
media planning and placement
public relations and media relations
STUDENTS TAKE PART IN:
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8. COLLEGE OF
COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION
EDUCATION ABROAD
See the world while taking courses toward your major by
participating in one of our various education abroad opportunities.
There is a lot to learn in Kent, Ohio, but if you want to take yourself and your career to the
next level, you need to hit the road once in a while because life abroad is transformative in
just about every way.
IN THE COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION, YOU’LL FIND
AN EDUCATION-ABROAD OPTION THAT WILL:
1. Match your academic, career and personal goals.
2. Take you somewhere you’ve always dreamed of going.
3. Keep you on track for graduation.
4. Fit your budget.
Our goal in the College of Communication and Information is to offer a range of education-abroad options, so every student
can find the perfect one. Because our programs are tailored to our majors, you can continue to learn about your field and
develop your skills while seeing the world.
Scholarships and financial aid are available. Course offerings and trip lengths vary.
Learn more at kent.edu/ccistudyabroad.
India is amazing! Every day I encountered a feast for my eyes and my camera lens. The bustling streets are filled with
people incredibly eager to share their culture — fabulous food, colorful fashion, quirky animals and dramatic dances!
I never dreamed I would get to see such an exotic place while studying at Kent State. Please follow my example and study
abroad. You will learn so many things you never could in a classroom — and the friends you make in another country will
be friends for life!
- Melinda, photo-illustration major
Everyone always told me that you find yourself during college; I just never imagined that it would be while I was staring at
the Duomo in Florence, or Big Ben in London, or the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Each place we visited during my study abroad
experience is now part of me. The friends I made became my family. And Florence will always be my second home. It was
the experience of a lifetime, and one I will never forget.
- Marissa, advertising major
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9. COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION
AND INFORMATION ALUMNI
COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION
AND INFORMATION
College of Communication and Information alumni often return to share their life experiences with students and
faculty and even to teach specific courses in their profession. They also have given generously over the years to
help fund special projects and to provide scholarships. Learn more online at kent.edu/cci.
Kent State University’s alumni recently reached more than 200,000 alumni worldwide. They
represent all 50 states in the United States and more than 100 countries. The College of
Communication and Information takes great pride in the accomplishments of its thousands of
alumni, many of whom have risen to top positions in media and design companies and libraries
around the world. Some of those include:
· Abercrombie & Fitch
· American Greetings Corporation
· Obama for America
· Discovery Channel
· NASA
· Time, Inc.
· Today Show
· MSNBC
· CNN
· ESPN
· New York Times
· Progressive
· Marriott
· Google
· Central Intelligence Agency
· Edelman
· World Bank
· United States military branches
· U.S. Department of Justice
· Cleveland Clinic
· Yahoo!
· Harley Davidson
· Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
· Blue Sky Studios
· 20th Century Fox
· Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
· New England Patriots
· And thousands of other organizations
You can be a part of this list!

10. EXCELLENCE in Action!
About the College of Communication
and Information
The College of Communication and Information
at Kent State University educates students to
meet their specific goals as well as the needs
of society. Education at the undergraduate and
graduate levels promotes the development
and application of theoretical foundations
and creative experiences through interaction
with a dedicated faculty of scholars and
professionals. Within the disciplines
represented in the college, students are served
by course offerings and other instructional
and scholarly opportunities that provide broad
educational perspectives and intensive training
in professional areas.
The graduate programs within the College
of Communication and Information at Kent
State will help you further your education in
a wide range in fields. You will have access
to nationally recognized programs, renowned
faculty and state-of-the-art facilities to
continue your learning. We provide the tools
for you to take the next step in your education,
and we offer constant guidance to reach any
career goal you’re aiming for.
Learn more about graduate programs in the
College of Communication and Information at
kent.edu/cci.
Become a CCI fan on Facebook for news, events and
success stories (facebook.com/CCIKentState).
Follow @CCIKentState on Twitter for industry trends
(twitter.com/CCIKentState).
Build and strengthen your network by joining CCI Kent State
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(pinterest.com/ccikentstate).
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View photos of CCIKent events on Flickr.
See student work on the CCI Kent State YouTube channel
(youtube.com/ccikent).
Find answers to popular questions on the Why CCI Blog
(whyccikent.wordpress.com).
Questions? Email us at ccikent@kent.edu.
131 Moulton Hall I P.O. Box 5190 I Kent, OH 44242
P: 330.672.2950 F: 330.672.2952 E: ccikent@kent.edu
The College of Communication and
Information is online!