Department of Advertising

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About the Program

The advertising program in the College of Mass Communications gives students the training and background to enter and become leaders in advertising communications. Students gain an understanding of the creative and business-related aspects of advertising, including copywriting, sales, design, production, creative strategy, media planning, and research. The department also hosts industry professionals who speak to students about internships and careers in advertising. Advertising majors are not required to have a minor outside the college. Students majoring in advertising may take additional coursework in advertising or from other departments within the college or they make take approved electives outside the college.

Minors. Students selecting a minor in advertising are required to pass the college’s grammar, spelling, and punctuation exam; pass ENGL 1301 and 1302 with grades of C or higher; and have a 2.75 GPA prior to enrolling in the first writing course (JOUR 2310). A minor in advertising consists of a minimum of 21 hours. At least 12 of the 21 hours must be taken in residence. Specific requirements for the advertising minor include ADV 3310, 3312, 3351, 3361, 4312, JOUR 2310, and MCOM 3380.

Additional minors are listed in each supervising department and are available in electronic media and communications, general mass communications, journalism, and public relations.

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Robert W. Meeds, Ph.D., Chairperson

Professors: Hudson
Associate Professor: Bichard, Meeds
Assistant Professors: Bradley, Farnall, Sparks
Instructors: RodriguezBack to Top