Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Radio] From Columbia College Chicago

Technologies that host as social media, advanced production software and radio automation systems are integrated throughout the curriculum to prepare students to engage in the most current applications across digital platforms. The curriculum emphasizes core skills and knowledge for on-air talent, writing, producing, production and creative content programming in the arts and entertainment fields. Students create a body of work that can be used as an audio resume when seeking employment. Specialty courses and a wide range of electives allow students to pursue individual areas of interest in voice over, radio theater, documentary, and audio storytelling, as well as club dj mixes for live entertainment venues. Faculty who work in the industry as talent, writers, producers, production experts and program directors provide teaching, advising and mentorship throughout the program.

All Radio majors complete at least one semester working at the award-winning WCRX 88.1 FM and giving all students experience in both broadcast radio and online media. Students receive individual guidance while learning to be on-air show hosts, producers, music curators, sportscasters, newscasters, production directors and social media/web content producers. After completing one semester, students can propose a new music, talk, news or sports program to further develop their unique voice and talent. With a strong sense of responsibility to the community and a mission to create future media leaders, WCRX students engage in annual fundraising events for charity and participate in special programs in the public interest such as election night coverage. WCRX has won numerous awards, including? Best College Radio Station? from New York Festivals International competition, and has been named one of the top ten college radio stations by?The Huffington Postand?The Washington Post.