The Department of Communication, Media and Theatre links three creative and demanding disciplines, all of which take as their focus social interaction, technology and performance. As a student in our department, you will acquire proficiency in the theory and practice of communication, media and theatre, and develop an appreciation of differing values and perceptions of your world. Our undergraduate major encourages you to blend your interests together in creative and innovative ways. Explore your creative side, and turn it into a career!
Topics of Study
- Interpersonal and intercultural communication
- Business and professional communication
- Public relations
- Audio and video production
- Journalism
- Media history and theory
- Film and television studies
- Media writing
- Stage performance
- Directing and writing for the stage
- Dramaturgy
- Stage design and technical production
Student Opportunities
- Acquire hands-on audio/video editing experience in a state-of-the-art media lab
- Participate in all aspects of Stage Center Theatre productions
- Benefit from professional internships with leading organizations around Chicago
Career Opportunities
- Journalist
- Video/Audio Producer
- Publicist
- Director of Social Media
- Screenwriter
- Film and Television Critic
- Public Relations Consultant
- Corporate Communication Officer
- Speechwriter
- Actor
- Director
- Stage Manager
- Lighting Designer
- Costume Designer
How to Become a Major
- To declare a major in Communication, Media and Theatre or one of our minors, visit our main office in Room FA 240 or email cmt@neiu.edu.
Advising
- Once you have declared a major or minor in our department, you will be assigned an advisor.
Facilities
- Our facilities include the Stage Center Theatre, Video Production Lab, and an extensive Film and Television Library
