Hawaii
Pacific Univesity - Communication (コミュニケーション学）
In this age of global, instantaneous
communication, people who can gather data, translate it clearly
and accurately, then present it dynamically and persuasively
are in great demand. Communication is the fastest growing
career field in the world, according to the Institute for
International Education.
Communication skills are essential to success in every career.
It is estimated that 75 percent of a person's day is spent
in communication. Therefore, Hawai'i Pacific University's
graduate degree builds successfully upon undergraduate degrees
in every discipline and enhances success in any endeavor.
The Master of Arts in Communication provides an interdisciplinary
approach integrating skills, theory, and knowledge. Critical
thinking is stressed in each course so that graduates will
be prepared for rapid change in communication industries.
The MA/COM prepares students for doctoral study, or careers
in advertising, mass media, public relations, entertainment,
broadcast or print journalism, the Internet, or education.
Students develop critical thinking and analytical ability.
Epistemology is emphasized throughout the curriculum and students
will be able to gather primary data, conduct analysis, and
apply their findings to the creation and implementation of
communication programs. They will be able to express their
ideas logically, clearly, concisely, and dynamically both
in writing and through the spoken word. They will also appreciate
the social, political, economic, and cultural implications
of media on world markets.
Program
Objectives for the Master of Arts in Communication
Students will understand and be able to apply a variety of communication
theories. (This objective is the focus of COM 6000-Introduction
to Communication Studies, but is also stressed in all courses
in the degree program.)
Students will understand and be able to employ research techniques
used in the social sciences. They will analyze, interpret, and
present data effectively. (COM 6050-Research Methods and Materials
focuses on these skills. COM 7100-Professional paper I and COM
7200-Professonal Paper II allow the student to apply and demonstrate
research skills.)
Students will develop the ability to apply communication principles
in various contexts, and to projects for actual clients. (COM
7300-Communication Seminar is the capstone experience for the
graduate degree and provides students with an opportunity to apply
and demonstrate this knowledge.)
Students will demonstrate dynamic, effective, and persuasive
oral communication skills. (This objective is developed throughout
the program of study in all disciplines. Students in the graduate
program demonstrate this skill in the presentation of the defense
of their thesis, project, or professional paper.)
Students will write clearly, concisely, correctly, and in an
appropriate style for the communication objective. (Writing is
stressed in COM 6400-Writing for the Professional and demonstrated
in the thesis, project, or professional paper.)
Students completing HPU's program will be prepared for careers
in: business communication, marketing, advertising, mass media,
public relations, entertainment, broadcast or print journalism,
sales, the World Wide Web, writing, or in education.
Non-native
speakers of English who did not graduate from a U.S. University must
take this course. Should a student feel he/she has the writing and
research capabilities required by this course, the student may request
an examination from the College of Communication.
Professors in the Master of Arts in Communication
program are committed teachers, mentors, and scholars. All graduate faculty
in the College of Communication have attained the highest possible academic
degree in their field and can also boast practical experience in fields
as varied as advertising, professional writing, corporate communication,
broadcast journalism,and radio production. Their experience brings a professional
dimension to the classroom instruction at the University.
ハワイパシフィック大学コミュニケーション学部の教授
Helen
Varner, Ed.D.
Texas A&M University Dean
of the College of Communication
Associate Professor Teaching and research fields: Advertising,
crisis communication, corporate communication, graphic design,
curriculum design, pedagogy, public relations, public speaking,
non-verbal communication, mentorship, and censorship.
Scott
Campbell, Ph.D.
University of Missouri-Kansas City Teaching and research fields: Organizational Communication
and Communication Technologies. Research includes investigating
how new communication technologies are perceived and used.
Brian
Cannon, Ph.D.
Regent University Teaching and research fields: Design and layout, media
technology, photography, photojournalism, and visual communication.
Joanne
Gula, Ph.D.
University of Massachusetts at Amherst, MA
Assistant Professor Teaching and research fields: Advertising, marketing,
communication, mass media, visual communication, and popular
culture.
Serena
Hashimoto, A.B.D.
University of California at Santa Cruz.
Assistant Professor Teaching and
research fields:Communications theory and film studies.
Hsuan-Yuan
Jade Huang, Ph.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Assistant Professor Teaching and research fields:Multimedia and graphic
design, Internet marketing communication, and research methods.
Her main area of research is the persuasive and learning effects
of media technology and Internet advertising.
Larry
LeDoux, D.A.
The University of Oregon Teaching and research fields: Journalism and Professional
Writing
