A primary mission of the English, Speech, and Journalism programs is to assist the student in thinking critically, reading analytically, and articulating ideas clearly and effectively in speaking and writing. Literature courses acquaint students with outstanding works of the best minds. Writing courses provide the opportunity for students to develop abilities in a variety of writing modes.
Sign language
The program is designed to develop the skills necessary to interpret the communications between deaf or hard of hearing persons and hearing individuals in an accurate and effective manner.
The Journalism program offers invaluable hands-on experience and quality courses in print journalism to prepare students for employment in the field or to earn an associate in arts degree transferable to any university in the country.
The journalism program offers courses ranging from Basic Report Writing (JOU 1100) to Journalism Internship (JOU 1946). Through this small but powerful program, students gain knowledge in accessing the society around them via the written word. Students discover the ability to seek information and report the information in a tangible format. Students registered for the internship course (JOU1946) gain the experience of working at The Reporter newspaper. This course emphasizes real-life experience as part of the learning process.
For a current listing of classes, call 305-237-1300.
Academic Programs
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English/Literature & English Education
English/Literature is the study of great written works and how they were shaped by historical and cultural events. This program also includes education courses to prepare students for careers as teachers. However, students who graduate with a bachelors’ degree in English are also equipped to work in publishing, and may be qualified to work as a writer in virtually any field.
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Mass Communications/Journalism
Mass Communication examines the role of media in society. Coursework includes media criticism and analysis, U.S. history and government, sociology, and a study of the broadcast, cable and internet industries. Depending upon the student’s area of interest, study can also include journalism, and television and radio production. A bachelor’s in mass communication equips one to work in journalism, corporate communication, or in certain business or managerial positions in television or radio.
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Speech Pathology & Audiology
This program provides fundamental coursework in biology and communications so that students may transfer to a four-year institution. The curriculum leading to the Baccalaureate degree is usually designed as pre-professional education for a graduate program. Speech language pathologists and audiologists provide clinical services to individuals with speech, language and hearing impairments.
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Sign Language Interpretation
The program emphasizes community involvement as a way to sharpen proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and encourage its students to become leaders in the interpreting field. The program has defined ASL proficiency standards to ensure preparation for interpreting. This course of study culminates with an internship experience.
Resources
Axis Magazine
Award-winning Creative Arts & Literature Magazine, the AXIS Creative Arts Magazine publishes an annual issue showcasing the creative work of students at the North Campus.
Faculty and Staff
| Name | Title | Phone | |
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| Fernando Lopez | Department Chair | 305-237-1305 | flopez4@mdc.edu |
| Ellen Milmed | Assistant to Chair | 305-237-1308 | emilmed@mdc.edu |
| Cherie Cannon | Speech faculty | 305-237-8127 | ccannon@mdc.edu |
| Yvette Lujab | Speech faculty | 305-237-8027 | ylujan@mdc.edu |
| Juan Santelises | Speech faculty | 305-237-1785 | jsanteli@mdc.edu |
| Katrika Sterling | Speech faculty | 305-237-1810 | ksterling@mdc.edu |