��’s newly renamed Department of Communication, Media and Theatre earns national accreditation

STARKVILLE, Miss.—��’s newly renamed Department of Communication, Media and Theatre is now nationally accredited by the for its undergraduate programs in broadcast and digital journalism, public relations and print and digital journalism.

Only 120 programs nationwide hold ACEJMC accreditation, which enhances a department’s reputation, ensures a relevant and modern curriculum and boosts graduates’ employability. For institutions, obtaining accreditation is a distinction that helps attract top-tier faculty and students.

This distinction affirms the department meets rigorous national standards in preparing students for professional careers in journalism and mass communication. The multi-year accreditation process involved a comprehensive self-study and site visit, evaluating areas including curriculum, faculty, student services and industry engagement.

“ACEJMC accreditation is a mark of excellence that signifies our program meets high academic standards,” said Terry Likes, department head. “The value of ACEJMC accreditation includes several factors such as a systematic, rigorous program review, exposure to best practices across the professions and visibility. Accredited programs enjoy an enhanced reputation benefiting their institutions, graduates and communities.”

The ACEJMC is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation for accrediting programs in professional journalism and mass communications in institutions of higher learning.

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