Excellence in Media & Communication

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All right, let’s head into one of the most popular academic buildings on campus. Samuel is a senior and is going to show us around and share what all he gets to do in this in demand Communications major. Asbury is highly recognized for its world-class media communications major, that includes film production, theater, communications, public relations, and journalism. Sam, show us what’s happening here.

– What’s going on you guys. My name is Samuel Diaz, and growing up in an immigrant family of seven, I knew I wanted to do something that impacted people. And Asbury University gave me the chance to do just that. As a communications major, I’ve been fortunate to learn alongside a diverse group of students in an environment where we can both grow and succeed. That’s what we like to call the Asbury difference. Here, you can get hands-on in communications, journalism, public relations, theater arts, and health communications. Our world-class media comm department teaches television and video film production, multimedia, and production design. While attending Asbury, I’ve partnered with local businesses, providing them with tools for successful launch, such as business plans and social media strategies. I’ve discovered a new field that I love and I’ve been able to apply my learning in real world situations. There are incredible opportunities to succeed in and out of the classroom Asbury, and our exceptional faculty pour into each and every one of the students here. One of Asbury’s biggest events is the High Bridge Film Festival, where student filmmakers submit their best work to premiere on the big screen. The red carpet is rolled out and we bring in judges and speakers from Hollywood. Oh, and did I mention that the festival is run completely by students? That’s right. We film, host and produce the event. Last spring, my special events class hosted the festival and I led the PR team. As I enter my final year at Asbury, I’m thankful for the ways they have equipped me to truly go out there and make a difference. This small, beautiful campus in central Kentucky has turned into a world of opportunity and I’m grateful to have had started my journey at Asbury. Well, that’s all the time I have now. Back to you, Alex.

– Wow Samuel, thank you for sharing the Asbury difference in what valuable, hands-on training in the communications field is available to students. As someone who has been in front of the camera and behind the camera, this place is truly stellar and provides an experience of a lifetime for getting ahead in the job market. Thanks Samuel.