Media Degree

Media Curriculum 

Our media major requirements are rooted in narrative and feature storytelling. Courses cover video and film editing, camera operation, documentary and creative film production, social media, and multimedia design. Combine these important courses with our dedicated media faculty who are committed to empowering students with the skills and knowledge they need to be successful after graduation. Not only are our faculty influential educators, but they are also still working creatively as well. Whether through research, authoring a book, or creating their own short film, our faculty are continually learning about the industry in which their students will one day make a difference. This combination of an in-class education combined with practical working skills makes Mount Union the perfect place for you.  

Review the Undergraduate Catalog to learn more. 

Our degree in media prepares you to: 

• Create ethical and audience-focused messages and productions by: 
  • Producing written, audio, and visual content using narrative, documentary, and feature storytelling techniques and methodology. 
  • Understanding and applying ethical and First Amendment issues related to the production of mediated messages. 
• Learn to strategically problem solve by: 
  • Analyzing message creation to determine the best form of information delivery.  
  • Demonstrating best practices for adapting, recording, and producing mediated messages.  
• Practice undergraduate research and theory application by: 
  • Applying media-based research methods to interview sources, gather and analyze data, conduct surveys and focus groups, and evaluate target audiences.  
  • Critically analyzing media messages across multiple channels including print, television, radio, social media, and the internet.  
  • Identifying key technological and historical developments in media, along with knowing how the technologies and developments impact society.  
  • Recognize the importance of diverse groups and the roles they play in both current and historical media context.  
• Participate in real-world and community-based learning by: 
  • Gaining experience working in community and professional settings and with outside clients.  
  • Producing work designed to meet the needs of outside clients. 

Practicums and Internships 

Students who major in media at Mount Union have numerous opportunities for learning both in and out of the classroom. Our practicums and internships empower students through utilizing professional equipment found on movie sets, in stadiums, and with production companies across the country. They build a professional network through our partnerships with influential companies both locally and nationally. This one-of-a-kind opportunity helps students distinguish themselves once they graduate. 

Student Organizations  

By participating in Raider Student Media (RSM), students of all majors can establish and grow their skills by producing content for WRMU, 91.1, Studio M or RaiderStudentMedia.com. This organization promotes learning by doing while providing students with a collaborative environment in which to grow. Our RSM graduates are impressive and influential leaders ready to take the world by storm.