The Mass Communications Department objective is to equip students to serve as observers, interpreters, creators and patrons of mass media. We do that by offering students a thorough grounding in the theory, research and practices of Mass Communication.

We begin with an understanding of the ancient arts and aesthetics inherent in storytelling.

Students will learn the history of their discipline, developing the research skills and critical thinking necessary to recognize their position in relationship to critical junctures in Mass Communications.

Finally, students will polish and practice a particular craft. Our graduates will see their career and calling as comparable to the art of poets, painters, sculptors, historians, and politicians.

Whether pursuing careers in the commercial entertainment industry, broadcast or print journalism, media ministry or missions, students will discover a spirit of cooperation and collaboration throughout our department.

“The students will be empowered to celebrate the innate, precious, God given gift of life, the person and work of Jesus Christ, and the ongoing, surprising activity of the Holy Spirit. They will work out those enduring truths in the rapidly evolving, technologically driven, highly competitive world of Mass Communications.”

Craig Detweiler Chair, Mass Communication Department Biola University La Mirada, California