Ball State University bachelor's of science: communication studies Graduation: December, 2012 GPA in major: 3.3 Deans list: spring 2011
Major: Public Communication Ball State's college of Communication Studies is an innovative learning community in which students discover, integrate, and apply the tools needed for success in the communication professions. This includes discovery of the many ways people communicate, integration of the use of information and technology into the student's own communication, and application of these abilities through the practices of writing well, speaking persuasively, and producing media content creatively. Students are mentored to be leaders and innovators in the communication professions and in service to their community.
Minor: Hospitality Management: Event Coordination The hospitality industry has three main sectors: event planning, food and beverage management and hotel management. The degree offers students a blend of theory relating to management and financial service practices with a focus on experiential learning in the three main industry areas: food service, event planning and lodging operations. Event planning has been my main area of study and emphasis.