Our department offers two communication majors and two minors and boasts a faculty committed to providing students with an understanding of the theories and practices of their respective disciplines. We do this by combining real-world experiences with real-world studies to teach students real-world skills.
The Broadcasting major is designated as a “Pillar of Distinction” at West Liberty University. Over the next ten years, career opportunities for broadcast news analysts are projected to increase nationwide by six percent.
This major is perfect for students with multiple interests and diverse talents. It also offers one or two concentrations:
Journalism-public relations
Design production
Media production
This program provides our students with the theory and practice for a rewarding career in journalism.
The PR minor builds on foundational principles while allowing the student to have an emphasis in a number of disciplines; graphic design, journalism, communications, PR research and theory, and social media.
Our students are provided with opportunities and instruction that leads to developing critical thinking skills while building real-world oral and written skills within their own unique area of study. The seven majors and two minors we offer also focus on the unique nature of each area of study by presenting real-life working experiences in an educational setting.
With constantly evolving technology, today’s media and communication disciplines are innovative and interdisciplinary. In order to equip our students to meet the future demands of a changing society our experienced and knowledgeable faculty focuses on the practical application, historical study and critical analysis in a variety of disciplines. Faculty prepares our students of today to be the elite communicators and leaders of tomorrow.
To provide students with the knowledge, understanding, and skill to achieve career success, to be viable practitioners within their professional disciplines, and to be prepared for advanced graduate study.
Faculty-Staff Institute Begins the 2022-23 Academic YearWEST LIBERTY, W.Va., Aug. 18, 2022 — West Liberty University began the 2022-2023 academic year with its annual Faculty-Staff Institute held today. The gathering took place at 9 a.m. in
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Spring 2022 Dean’s ListWEST LIBERTY, W. Va., Aug. 11, 2022 — West Liberty University recently announced its Dean’s List for outstanding academic performance during Spring Semester 2022. Students must attain a 3.50 grade
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West Liberty & Wheeling University Sign Articulation Agreement for Doctorate of Physical TherapyWEST LIBERTY, W.Va., Aug. 9, 2022 — West Liberty University (WLU) and Wheeling University (Wheeling) marked the establishment of a new articulation agreement for undergraduate students seeking advanced degrees in
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Professional Development Offers Deans Chance to Share, ImproveWEST LIBERTY, W.Va., July 26, 2022 — Leaders need to work on their skills and develop strengths, especially in the ever-changing world of Higher Education. West Liberty University college deans
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Professor Fencl Talks About Art in Forgotten AmericaWEST LIBERTY, W.Va., July 21, 2022 — West Liberty University’s Professor of Art Brian Fencl was interviewed recently for a podcast entitled, “Forgotten America,” that explores life in rural America.
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$25,000 Award Advances Art Therapy Graduate EducationWEST LIBERTY, W.Va. July 18, 2022 — West Liberty University’s Art Therapy program is the recipient of a $25,000 award provided by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission as
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Summer Safety Drill 2022Who: West Liberty University What: Active Shooter Drill (Simulation ONLY) When: 2 p.m., Thursday, July 14, 2022 Where: WLU Main Campus, West Liberty, WV More: West Liberty University is proud to offer a
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2022 Retirees Say Bittersweet GoodbyeWEST LIBERTY, W.Va., June 28, 2022 — West Liberty University bids farewell to 11 employees as they retire from university employment this summer. The longest serving employee retiring in 2022
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Dr. Monique Akassi to Participate in Juneteenth CelebrationWEST LIBERTY, W.Va., June 14, 2022 — West Liberty University will be represented at the Wheeling celebration of Juneteenth 2022 with a weekend of public activities. Special Assistant to the
Read MoreFaculty-Staff Institute Begins the 2022-23 Academic YearWEST LIBERTY, W.Va., Aug. 18, 2022 — West Liberty University began the 2022-2023 academic year with its annual Faculty-Staff Institute held today. The gathering took place at 9 a.m. in
Read MoreSpring 2022 Dean’s ListWEST LIBERTY, W. Va., Aug. 11, 2022 — West Liberty University recently announced its Dean’s List for outstanding academic performance during Spring Semester 2022. Students must attain a 3.50 grade
Read MoreWest Liberty & Wheeling University Sign Articulation Agreement for Doctorate of Physical TherapyWEST LIBERTY, W.Va., Aug. 9, 2022 — West Liberty University (WLU) and Wheeling University (Wheeling) marked the establishment of a new articulation agreement for undergraduate students seeking advanced degrees in
Read MoreProfessional Development Offers Deans Chance to Share, ImproveWEST LIBERTY, W.Va., July 26, 2022 — Leaders need to work on their skills and develop strengths, especially in the ever-changing world of Higher Education. West Liberty University college deans
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