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College ofCOMMUNICATION, INFORMATION, AND MEDIA

SKILLS YOU’LL LEARNThe College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) at Ball State University is a nationally recognized leader in journalism, news, digital media, communication, and technology education.CCIM students have access to state-of-the-art media and communication spaces, high-end equipment, broadcast studios, simulation labs, project workspaces, and many other interactive and collaborative areas. They also have the opportunity to work with faculty on special research or immersive projects, garnering even more professional experience.TECHNOLOGYLEADERSHIPCOMMUNICATIONMEDIA PRODUCTIONSTORYTELLINGHEAR FROM A CURRENT STUDENT!Ashley HorneMedia Major

3College of Communication, Information, and Media | ProgramsUNDERGRADUATEMAJORSClick on the majors below to learn more!Applied CybersecurityCommunication StudiesComputer and InformationTechnologyJournalismMediaMedia Design and DevelopmentStrategic CommunicationTeaching Major in JournalismCCIM earned the No. 1 ranking for Top Winning Sports Program in the 2025 Broadcast Education Association (BEA) Festival of Media Arts School Rankings. This distinguished recognition highlights Ball State Sports Link, which oers transformative experiences for students in the world of sports production.Ball State also ranked well in several other categories:• No. 6 – Overall Program (up from No. 7 in 2023 and 2024)• No. 10 – Documentary Production (Top 10 for four years straight)• No. 13 – News (Ball State’s second year following its debut in 2024)DID YOU KNOW?

4College of Communication, Information, and Media | CareersCAREER POSSIBILITIESClick the program areas below to reveal potential career paths.• Cybersecurity• Cloud Engineer and Network• Digital Marketer• Project Manager• Systems Infrastructure• Technology Consultant• Business/Corporate • Community Organizer• Health Communication• Non-prot Communication • Political Communication• Project Manager• Speechwriter• Sport CommunicationCommunicationJournalism and Strategic CommunicationMediaCommunication StudiesInformation andCommunication SciencesInfrastructure• Account Executive• Creative Advertising• Graphic Design and Branding• Magazine Journalism• News and Sports Reporter• Photographer• Public Relations• Sports Marketing• Social Media• Esports Event Producer• Film/Media Critic• Live Anchor and Reporter• Media Sales and Promotion• Multimedia Producer• Multimedia Reporter• Sports Broadcaster• Videographer/Cinematographer• Visual Eects

– Ava MonroeMedia Design and Development MajorCCIM has provided me with hands-on experience and taught me skills that have prepared me for my career. I get to work on projects I’m passionate about, and my professors encourage me to think outside the box.“

LEARN AND PLAYInaugurated in 2021, Ball State’s Esports Center provides academic and competitive experiences for students interested in the gaming industry. With a dedicated coaching sta, expert faculty, and state-of-the-art equipment, esports players and production majors have everything they need to produce live, multiplayer gaming competitions across various platforms.The center features an elevated gameplay platform for 6 vs. 6 esports competitions, a lounge area with next-generational console play, and a control room for live, multicamera and gameplay streaming events.2022 Program of the Year1ST PLACE—LEAGUE OF LEGENDS2ND PLACE—ROCKET LEAGUE2ND PLACE—VALORANT-ESC (MAC) Champions, Spring 2025-ECAC, Spring 2025-ECAC, Spring 2025-ESportsU6College of Communication, Information, and Media | Esports

7College of Communication, Information, and Media | Hands-On LearningIMMERSEYOURSELFHands-on learning is integral to the Ball State student experience. Through high-impact, collaborative projects, students earn credit working with community partners to solve real-world problems using creative, innovative solutions.Check out recent immersive project stories by clicking the links below:• Collaborative with the 8Twelve Coalition• COMM 380 Spotlight• Radiance CinemaCCIM also oers a variety of student-run organizations to further enhance your professional development. A few examples: • Ball State Daily News• McKinley Avenue Agency• Newslink Indiana• Speech and Debate Teams

GET CONNECTEDContact us at ccimdeansofc@bsu.edu or visit bsu.edu/ccim