A focus on messages and their meanings unites the many disciplines of the Communication Arts department. Communication Studies investigates verbal and nonverbal messages to help students improve their abilities. Public Relations, Journalism and Advertising develop the professional communication skills needed to succeed in the business and nonprofit worlds. Art, Cinema and Theatre develop student understanding of and capacity for creative visual communication. Digital Media Studies prepare students for careers in broadcasting and media content creation.

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Communication Arts

Joshua Rice

In high school, Joshua Rice attended Lee’s music camp and later observed some digital media classes while on campus. “I’d already decided I wanted to attend Lee at that point, but that sealed the deal.” Joshua now majors in digital media with an emphasis on studio production. He is involved in Lee’s music and worship club and serves as a lab instructor in a camera class. Outside of Lee, Joshua likes to help with the digital media at his church. He plans to remain in the Chattanooga area after graduation and work at a local news station but is also considering studying meteorology.