Communication, Media & Design Arts Learning Outcomes

A student receiving a degree in a CMDA program will be able to apply critical thinking and creative problem-solving in their practice with self-reliance, curiosity, and compassion.

Upon completion of the program, a student receiving a BA in Communication will be able to:

  1. Deliver a public and/or professional presentation for an audience within a specified timeframe;
  2. Effectively and ethically communicate in multiple formats appropriate to situation, audience, and medium;
  3. Critically evaluate and produce media.

Upon completion of the program, a student receiving a BFA in Design, a BA in Studio Arts, or a BA in Art History will be able to:

  1. Analyze artistic expression from a variety of current and historical sources;
  2. Demonstrate effective human-centered communication throughout the creative process and in artistic execution;
  3. Demonstrate a dedicated approach to art and design practice, with strong technical skills and a commitment to refining their craft.

Effective as of June 2025