College of Social Science, Performing Arts and Communication

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make your mark

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In our classrooms, studios, and stages, VU students are prepared for success in a variety of careers and equipped to prosper moving in the future. We place tremendous value on high-quality education and are committed to your academic success.
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Welcome from the dean, Dr. Cynthia A. Ragle

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In our classrooms, studios, and stages, students are prepared for a variety of careers. Faculty and staff are dedicated to providing students with the educational tools that will enable them to become the leaders of tomorrow. Each program provides students with a challenging curriculum where students learn the skills that employers demand, such as teamwork, and effective written and oral communication. We invite you to come see our programs, our students, and our faculty.

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Real College Experiences

VU's Chelsea Lawlis Learning Center

Chelsea Lawlis Learning Center

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The Chelsea Lawlis Learning Center is open to all students regardless of major, offers social science textbooks on reserve for in lab use only, proctoring for online and Blackboard testing and Kurzweil reading software.
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The Trailblazer

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The century-old Trailblazer is a student-centered news platform at 日韩中文字幕福利片. Trailblazer students report on campus events and relevant issues and post daily to the website at . Student reporters also work on long-form, investigative and enterprise stories for a regular, bi-monthly publication. Also in the works is a new Trailblazer podcast as students experiment with other mediums to better connect with their peers and campus community!

departments

Behavioral Sciences/ Psychology/Social Work

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Department Chair

Jessica Zellers
Explore Psychology, Sociology & Social Work in a dynamic learning environment. Unlock a world of opportunities with high earning potential and a 9% job growth forecast by 2031.

Communication

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Immerse yourself in hands-on learning and theoretical knowledge. Our programs in Broadcasting, Journalism, Communication Studies, and more pave the way for success in diverse fields like business, government, and health care.

Economics/History/ Political-Science/ Public Admin

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Department Chair

Kristal Shick
Elevate your prospects with associate degrees in Political Science, Economics, Public Administration, and History. Transfer seamlessly to four-year institutions and embark on impactful careers in education, government, research, and beyond.

Education

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Department Chair

Ann Herman
From Science and Special Education to English and Technology concentrations, our Bachelor's degrees and associate programs offer a comprehensive foundation. Equip yourself with both practical and theoretical expertise to thrive in diverse educational environments.

Performing Arts

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Department Chair

Sharon Jackson
Pursue your passion for Music, Audio Recording, or Theatre in an encouraging and collaborative atmosphere with experienced and supportive instructors, dynamic curricula, and quality hands-on educational experiences.  Our Music and Theatre associate degrees are designed for students wishing to transfer to four-year institutions to pursue a specialized bachelor degree.  Our Audio Recording associate degree is designed for those wishing to enter directly into the workforce.

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"IN THE SMALL MATTERS TRUST THE MIND IN THE LARGE ONES THE HEART."

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- Sigmund Freud

Contact Us

Social Science, Performing Arts & Communication

VU Admissions Office
812-888-4313
VUADMIT@vinu.edu

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