The Communication Studies major provides students with a critical understanding of the complex, vital role that communication plays in contemporary life. Course-work offers students a host of intellectual, problem-solving, and career-related skills.

The comparative study of religion approaches religion as a cultural dimension of society. It contextualizes religious beliefs and behaviors within their specific historical and social frameworks to understand the impact of religion in shaping human experience. Studying religion fosters critical thin ...

The Computer Engineering program builds upon a strong foundation of circuits and electronics, but provides focus on computer hardware through courses in computer architecture, digital design and networking. Four courses in computer science provide the necessary expertise in software.

The Computer Science program emphasizes theoretical and mathematical foundations of computing. It prepares students for careers like computer systems analyst, software developer, artificial intelligence, database engineer, chief security officer and many more.

Criminology is the study of crime and all its components. Of particular interest to criminologists are why people commit crime, why certain acts are defined as criminal and others are not, and why punishments may differ across time/location and persons. In addition, criminology majors learn about th ...

The Dance major includes the study of the history and aesthetics of dance taught from a global perspective, creative process and choreography, pedagogy, and dance training leading to ample performance opportunities in a variety of venues that connect students to the larger communities in which to m ...

Economic Development majors obtain a firm, evidence-based grounding in economic development principles and public policy issues. They analyze the problems of urban areas, develop solutions, and apply finance and analytical tools to improve urban areas.

The Electronics Engineering Technology program is an applied learning experience in which students design and build robots, build and test circuits, use programmable logic controllers and apply applications for motion controls, feedback controls, power electronics, micro-digital systems design, and ...

The English major equips students to understand the historical, cultural, and social context of literature, as well as to excel in their own writing. Studying literature fosters critical thinking, oral and written communication skills, and an understanding of how language shapes our world, from dail ...

Environmental science focuses on ecosystem management, the effects of pollutants on ecosystems, ways to restore polluted environments to their natural state, and effective strategies toward minimizing pollution (preventative management).

Environmental Studies majors learn to analyze the problems of urban areas, develop solutions, build in more sustainable ways, explore policy issues, and understand the social context of environmental conflicts. Areas of study include groundwater protection, wetlands, pollution prevention, Geographic ...

The BFA in Film & Media Arts is a professional training degree program to prepare students for careers in film and media arts. FMA majors use creative problem solving to craft narratives with subtext and emotional depth, bolstered by precise industry skills.

Finance is concerned with the process, institutions, markets, and instruments involved with the transfer of money among individuals, businesses, and governments.