There are many opportunities for communications majors to enrich their experience in the program, gain exposure to professionals and their work, interact with the community, and travel. Consider the following:
The Communications Club. The Communications Club consists of majors and non-majors who are interested in going beyond the classroom and getting involved in activities that are communications centered. The Club meets twice per month and are engaged in a number of projects. These include forums, workshops, and training sessions involving professionals in the field, fundraisers, attending communications conferences and outings, and performing outreach and community programs.
The Milean. The Division of Communications has oversight of the campus student newspaper, the Milean. Both majors and non-communications majors staff the paper. The publication is produced twice per semester and is circulated throughout the campus. Students working on the Milean are able to develop their skills in all aspects of print journalism, including layout, design, photography, reporting, editing, and management. Students also may opt to receive one (1) hour of credit for the Milean as a free elective.
The Miles Page. The MilesPage is a television program produced by the Division of Communications for the local Bright House cable system. MilesPage is a news magazine that utilizes the talents and skills of both professional staff and students—on-air talent and both pre- and post-production. The 30-minute program highlights current events and happenings of the college and is both entertaining and informative. Students may opt to receive one (1) hour of credit for working on MilesPage.
The Sports Machine. The Sports Machine is another television offering for the Bright House cable system. This 30-minute program highlights the sports moments at Miles, featuring outstanding scholar athletes, coaches, scores, commentaries and the latest accomplishments of one of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletics Association’s (SIAC) rising member institutions.
Internship. Although technically internship is part of the academic curriculum, and therefore not extra-curricular, we want to emphasize its enrichment value. Each student majoring in communications must complete one semester of internship. The internship position must be relevant to the student’s major and may be paid or non-paid. Internship is designed to place the student in a professional environment and allow him or her to gain experience that will make them more marketable in the communications industry.
College Public Relations. The Division of Communications also directs public relations for the College. Therefore, students have the opportunity to work with professional staff and faculty members on numerous PR projects.