Mission

The faculty of the Department of Communication share Youngstown State University’s mission to maintain high standards in teaching, research, and service. To this end, faculty members are productive scholars in the discipline, staying abreast of technological and theoretical developments. These advancements are brought into the classroom to foster students’ ability to communicate competently using traditional and mediated channels. Students are introduced to the most recent and relevant communication theory, research, and technological skills through practical activities in mediated, interpersonal, public, and professional contexts that serve students’ long-term goals, promote the university, and serve the larger Youngstown community.This mission is fulfilled through:

• Participating in activities, conferences, and publications in the discipline
• Regularly updating the curriculum to include the most recent advancements in the field
• Developing applied activities and sustaining student organizations that are relevant to students’ personal and professional goals and that serve the university and the community
• Establishing mentoring relationships between faculty and students through joint participation in university service, student organizations, research and through regular advisement
• Rewarding students who excel in scholarship and service with leadership positions within the department, honors, and scholarships