2010-2011 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Page 64 2010–11 Undergraduate Catalog Introduction Admissions Academic Information Academic Departments Course Descriptions Financial Information Appendix Index Department of Communication Arts | School of Humanities Robert L. Clements , Associate Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.A., Bob Jones University, 1970; M.Ed., Wright State University, 1983; graduate study — The Ohio State University, 2002. At Cedarville since 2003. Jeffrey Gilbert , Assistant Professor of Journalism. Education: B.A., Cedarville University, 1987. At Cedarville since 2009. Derrick L. Green , Assistant Professor of Communication Arts; Director of Forensics. Education: B.A., Cedarville University, 1997; M.A., Miami University, 1999. At Cedarville since 2002. Deborah B. Haffey , Senior Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.A., Cedarville University, 1968; M.A., The Ohio State University, 1969; Ph.D., The Ohio State University, 2002. At Cedarville since 1986. Clifford L. Johnson , Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.Ed., Western Washington University, 1949; M.Ed., Western Washington University, 1953; D.Ed., University of Washington, 1962. At Cedarville since 1962. James L. Kragel , Associate Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.S., Mankato State University, 1977; M.A., Wheaton College, 1984. At Cedarville since 1994. James O. Leightenheimer , Associate Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.A., Cedarville University, 1980; M.A., Ohio University, 1989. At Cedarville since 1982. J. Michael López , Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.A., Bob Jones University, 1972; M.A., Bob Jones University, 1975; Ph.D., The Ohio State University, 1985. At Cedarville since 1984. Mischelle L. McIntosh , Assistant Professor of Communication Arts and Media Research. Education: B.A., Cedarville University, 1977; M.A., Pensacola Christian College, 1981; M.A., University of West Florida, 1992. At Cedarville since 1999. Diane A. Merchant , Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.A., Cedarville University, 1978; postgraduate work in theatre, Kent State University, 1983–84; M.A., The Ohio State University, 1989; Ph.D., The Ohio State University, 1996. At Cedarville since 1989. Matthew M. Moore , Associate Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.A., Cedarville University, 1992; M.A., Miami University, 1997; M.F.A, George Washington University, 2009. At Cedarville since 1998. Kurt D. Moreland , Associate Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.A., Cedarville University, 1976; M.A., West Virginia University, 1978; all work completed for Ph.D. except dissertation, Purdue University. At Cedarville since 1981. James R. Phipps , Senior Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.A., Cedarville University, 1968; M.A., The Ohio State University, 1970; Ph.D., The Ohio State University, 1975. At Cedarville since 1968. Margaret S. Wheeler , Associate Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.A., Cedarville University, 1964; M.Ed., Central State University, 1998. At Cedarville since 1995. Technical Support Staff Donald N.C. Jones , Designer and Technical Director. Education: B.A., Bob Jones University, 1973; graduate studies: Tennessee Temple University, 1974–76; Oxford University (England), 1977; University of the South, 1983; Rhode Island School of Design, 2002. At Cedarville since 1984. Timothy J. Phipps , Assistant Technical Director/Production Manager. Education: B.A., Cedarville University, 2002. At Cedarville since 2005. David G. Bastress , Electronic Media Technician. Education: Practical Bible Training School, 1970; John Brown University, 1980. At Cedarville since 2002. Resound Radio Students of all majors interested in developing their skills in broadcasting and digital media are encouraged to join the staff of Resound Radio, the University’s award-winning, online, professional, student radio station. Students are involved in planning, programming, and managing the station. Students enjoy a fun working environment and a large, responsive audience. Popular programs, music, and personalities have made this station an important part of the campus life at Cedarville. The station can be found at www.resoundradio.com . Career Opportunities Careers in communications are varied and vast. Graduates in the communications studies major excel in careers in public relations, personnel management, communication consulting, media communication, political communication, cross-cultural communication, and corporate education training. Students who major in broadcasting and digital media receive excellent training for careers in audio and video production, station management, digital media production, journalism, interactive media design, and management. The theatre program prepares students for a variety of careers in different aspects of drama and professional theatre. The program allows students to prepare for jobs in acting and directing or for opportunities in theatre design, technology, and management. Graduates not only find employment options for these positions in the arts but also in social, educational, and ministry contexts. These majors also equip students to pursue graduate studies in communication and other fields such as law, theology, and business. Other career opportunities include: • Actor • Advertising executive • Anchorperson • Arts administrator • Business manager • Communication consultant • Communication statistician • Community relations director • Customer service representative • Public information officer • Development officer • Film director • Fund raiser • Health services manager • Human rights officer • Journalist • Labor relations consultant • Legal communication consultant • Legislative correspondent • Mediation specialist • News director • Nonprofit organization director • Political campaign director • Political analyst • Politician • Publications editor • Publicist • Radio talk-show host • Recording company executive • Sales/marketing rep. • Seminar leader • Sports announcer • Theatre director Faculty Charles W. Elliott , Chair. Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.A., Cedarville University, 1977; M.A., Temple University, 1984; Ph.D., Temple University, 1994. At Cedarville since 2003. J. Wesley Baker , Distinguished Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.A., Bob Jones University, 1972; M.A., University of South Carolina, 1980; Ph.D., The Ohio State University, 1991. At Cedarville since 1977. Rebecca M. Baker , Associate Professor of Communication Arts. Education: B.A., Bob Jones University, 1973; M.A., Bob Jones University, 1975; M.A., University of Cincinnati, 1996. At Cedarville from 1977–79 and since 2001.