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College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
Journalism and Mass Communications
The department’s mission is to develop students in journalism and mass communications in a student-centered environment that fosters an understanding of African American and other diverse cultures in the world, prepared to integrate multiple skill sets suitable for further academic advancement or for local, national, and global professional employment in an ever-changing media landscape.
In the state of Georgia, only three universities are accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (): University of Georgia, Savannah State University, and just recently, University of West Georgia. JMC has been accredited since 2007.
The Department of Journalism and Mass Communications (JMC) offers courses leading to a baccalaureate degree (BA.)
Mass Communication
Designated by the university as a “Center of Excellence,” the department strives to provide a liberal arts preparation that incorporates multimedia, digital communication, strategic communication, film, African Americans in the media, entertainment, sports, and history. The department’s curriculum enables students to excel and compete in the media industry.
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Film
The SSU certificate in film is designed for students who want to pursue a BA in Mass Communications with a film emphasis, but will complete only three hours on of internship/practicum internship, COMM 4902, professional internship, instead of the six hours required by the Georgia Film Academy certification. Students pursuing this certificate should follow the regular BA in Mass Communications degree grid and use this certificate in lieu of a minor.
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Public Relations
The certificate in public relations and public affairs prepares students to pursue a career that blends the principles of public relations with public affairs. A student who chooses to pursue this certificate will be trained to work in media relations in governmental and non-governmental organizations and follow careers such as campaign managers, communications specialists, community organizers, media relations, social advocates, etc.
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The Mass Communications and Journalism Labs at Savannah State University offer a cutting-edge environment designed to inspire creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning. Located in Whiting Hall, the department boasts modern facilities that support academic excellence and professional skill development. From state-of-the-art iMac labs to an Avid ProTools audio suite and a high-definition television production studio, these resources empower students to explore every facet of media production and storytelling.
The labs feature essential tools for success, including industry-standard software like Adobe Creative Cloud, DaVinci Resolve, and Blender, as well as free access to Adobe Student Accounts and Microsoft Office downloads. Students can also take advantage of an equipment checkout program (details coming soon) and personalized support through the JMC Help Desk, offering live software assistance and virtual sessions with expert coordinators. With a focus on innovation and accessibility, these labs ensure students have the resources they need to thrive in a competitive media landscape.