Facilities
The Department of Communication and Media, which includes state-of-the-art video editing labs and suites, an interviewing lab/classroom and a large theatre-classroom, is housed in the Communication Building.
We have modern classrooms, an informative and entertaining in-building television network, and a spacious and comfortable student lounge.
Computer Labs and Video Editing Suites
The department has two primary Mac computer labs/classrooms in the Communication Building. The labs are equipped with:
- Microsoft Suite
- Scriptwriting software
- Adobe Creative Suite programs, including Premiere Pro, After Effects and InDesign
Equipment Checkout
The Department of Communication and Media offers a variety of digital tools for short-term checkout. All communication and media students, staff and faculty can borrow these tools to use in the production of their advertising, broadcast, communication studies, film, journalism or public relations projects.
We have industry-standard quality equipment with brands like:
- Arri lights
- Black Magic cameras
- Sony cameras
- Zeiss lenses
- Sennheiser audio equipment.
The equipment checkout is in Room 116 of the Communication Building.
Television Studio
Located in Theatre Arts Annex Room 116, the Television Studio offers Department of Communication and Media students, faculty and staff the opportunity to create broadcast content on Ross Video production equipment.
LUTV News is filmed on set twice a week, and LUTV Productions is based out of this space. The Television Studio also has a computer lab for students who are working on broadcast production and editing projects for class projects, LUTV News or LUTV Productions.
Multimedia Lab and Teaching Space
Housed in Room 127 is the department’s Multimedia Lab and Teaching Space.
Five rooms have state-of-the-art equipment for digital editing, recording and blogging, where students practice the art of digital editing for broadcast and film, mix for audio, practice digital audio editing techniques, and create talk and music programs.
Some of this material is run on LUTV Channel 7 and Lamar’s National Public Radio station, KVLU 91.3.
Theatre Classroom
COMM 103 is the department’s theatre classroom. Although many of our courses are designed for smaller class sizes, our theatre classroom is designed to accommodate larger classes where students can be active and involved in the learning process.
State-of-the-art audio/visual technology enhances student learning in this space. The theatre is ideal for student movie premieres, movie nights and special guest lectures.
Student Lounge
The student lounge is a place for students to gather, relax, socialize, study and collaborate. It provides a comfortable and informal environment where students can take a break from their academic responsibilities and connect with their peers.
We offer amenities such as comfortable seating and study. The lounge is designed to enhance the overall student experience and contribute to a sense of community.
