The Department of Media, Career Studies and Leadership Development (MCL) offers programs that prepare students for employment in a wide variety of teaching, administrative and service roles, as well as employment or career advancement in business and industry.
Mission
MCL is dedicated to developing and implementing transformational educational experiences. We aspire to create educational programs and develop research initiatives specific to emerging media, careers and leadership practices at the local, state, national and international level. We are committed to preparing all students to assume leadership roles in industry, community colleges, universities, public schools, public libraries and related settings. We do this by offering theory- and practice-based interdisciplinary programs of study that involve active scholarship, reflection, and professional discourse.
Vision
We seek to offer exceptional undergraduate and graduate programs that provide an inclusive, transformative learning environment that attracts, supports, and retains lifelong learners. We aspire to create and sustainably grow new and innovative degree programs, as well as engage in global leadership. In order to accomplish this, we strive to attract, support, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and students who model exceptional leadership in all programs.
Undergraduate Programs
Career and Technical Education (BS) - Grades 6-12
With dedicated degree paths in five industry specializations, CTE prepares students to teach trade-specific skills to grades 6-12. Online options available.
Organizational Leadership and Learning (BS)
This online transfer-oriented, project-based program prepares students for leadership, management, and workforce development roles across industries.
Family and Consumer Sciences (Minor)
Enhance your degree program with a deeper understanding of child and family development and the economic and environmental factors that impact young learners.
Media Studies (Minor)
Open to students of all majors, the minor in Media Studies offers access to versatile skills in storytelling and media production relevant to the digital age.
Graduate Certificates
Enhance your existing degree or professional experience with specialized, focused training. A graduate certificate can help you advance your current career, gain new skills, or explore a new career path.
Learn more about our graduate certificate programs in Media, Career Studies, and Leadership Development, including our Residency Licensure programs for teaching certification.
Program Contacts
Program | Contact(s) |
|---|---|
Career and Technical Education | Dr. Tempestt Adams Dr. Jerianne Taylor |
Media, Technology and Learning Design | Dr. Patrick O'Shea |
Organizational Leadership and Learning | Dr. Kevin Sutton |
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