School of Communication & the Arts Prospectus - Regent University

LEAD THE WAY REGENT UNIVERSITY

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REGENT P U R P O S E & PA S S I O N C O M B I N E D

Regent’s School of Communication & the Arts will prepare you to inspire, enrich and transform the world around you.

Harness the power of storytelling through your craft while focusing on your calling and dreams. Whether your calling is in strategic communication, journalism, film, television, theatre, music, animation, graphic design, or the classroom, at Regent, you’ll gain the tools and training you need to pursue your life’s ambition.

Here is your chance to align your purpose with the kinds of projects you’re passionate about for maximum impact. Taught by award-winning faculty, you will learn to combine profound truths, creative ideas and your unique talents. You’ll also acquire skills to create transformational art, entertainment, compelling content, and strategic messaging.

The world needs remarkable Christian leaders.

The world needs you.

Lead the way.

A T O P N AT I O N A L U N I V E R S I T Y U.S. News & World Report, 2022

“PUT YOUR HEART AND SOUL INTO EVERY ACTIVITY YOU DO, AS THOUGH YOU ARE DOING IT FOR THE LORD HIMSELF AND NOT MERELY FOR OTHERS.“ CO LO S S I A N S 3 : 2 3 , T P T

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EXCELLENCE In today’s evolving job market, the competition is fierce. Employers seek talented, innovative, solution-minded professionals with remarkable industry skills.

At Regent, you’ll gain the tools and credentials to excel in your career and life. It’s how we define excellence in leadership.

Industry Ready Here, you’ll receive the in-demand training and knowledge needed to unlock your leadership potential, improve your marketability and thrive.

Workplace Ready Soft skills like teamwork, integrity, adaptability, and written and verbal communication, add value to organizations. It’s why we infuse them into our curriculum and culture. And also why you will be positioned to stand out in any organization, set or stage.

Leadership Ready You’ll also have opportunities to develop your heart through wisdom and understanding for God’s glory. Christian leadership—it’s a distinction that drives everything we do at Regent and one that produces excellence.

“ . . . A LWAY S E X C E L L I N G I N T H E W O R K O F T H E L O R D . . .”

1 Corinthians 15:58, ISV

SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE FLEXIBLE & CUSTOMIZABLE DEGREES | FAITH INTEGRATION TOP MILITARY FRIENDLY SCHOOL | 8-WEEK CLASSES GENEROUS TRANSFER POLICY

P R O G R A M S T H AT I N S P I R E Y O U Our flexible programs equip you for successful careers in film, television, theatre, news, music, journalism, and strategic and political communication. Choose an area of study within one of three departments to develop your creativity and gain the firsthand experience you need to build your resume and portfolio.

Media & Visual Arts | English & Communication Studies | Performing Arts & Music

AWA R D - W I N N I N G FA C U LT Y Our distinguished faculty of scholars, playwrights, and news and entertainment professionals are dedicated to helping you develop and align your artistic vision with your Christian calling.

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Rated for Comprehensive Liberal Arts Curriculum American Council of Trustees and Alumni, 2021

CONTACT ADMISSIONS 757.352.4243 | 888.777.7729

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INFLUENCE REGENT UNIVERSITY ALUMNI

BRUCE LONG

LONI ALBERTSON

M.A. IN COMMUNICATION – STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION ‘98

MFA IN FILM-TELEVISION ’07

PRODUCER | AUTHOR | SPEAKER

CUSTOM ANIMATION PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Bruce’s affiliated productions have garnered four Tony Awards and two Olivier Awards while collecting 15 Tony nominations and eight Olivier nominations.

At Illumination, Loni’s production skills shine. She’s also worked for DreamWorks Animation on films, such as Despicable Me 3, Boss Baby and Home.

“At Regent, what’s taught in class was also modeled by my professors. In addition to telling great stories, Christian artists must be decision-makers who have a place at the table.“

“You’re constantly working on projects and building on your experience at Regent. To have that foundation when you go to get a job is a huge bonus.”

CHARLES MARTIN

ASHLEY SMITH

M.A. IN JOURNALISM ’94, PH.D. IN COMMUNICATION ’00

M.A. IN JOURNALISM ‘13

NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHOR

TV NEWS ANCHOR | 2011 MISS UNITED STATES

The dream of becoming a respected storyteller came alive at Regent. Now an award-winning author, Charles has written 17 books with more in the works.

A regional Emmy Award nominee, Ashley serves as co-anchor of 13News Now Daybreak for WVEC-TV. She joined the broadcast as a traffic reporter in 2013.

“At Regent, I developed a love for learning. I was introduced to not just ideas but also the history of ideas; challenged at every level of my academic development.”

“Regent was an incredible platform to launch my career.

I gained the skills needed to be successful in my career in an environment that fostered my beliefs and values.”

MEDIA & VISUAL ARTS Get the knowledge and practice to pursue your career in film, television, animation, or graphic arts with confidence. Our faculty, ranked #2 Most Experienced Faculty for Best Online Master’s in Films Programs (Intelligent, 2021), provides decades of experience in both the art and science of cinematic storytelling.

BACHELOR’S

We’ve also invested in state-of-the-art equipment and facilities to offer you outstanding production experiences. You will be challenged to make films and visual art that intrigue and transform.

Film-Television | M.A. | 37 Credits Concentrations: • Producing* • Production** • Script Writing*

Your knowledge and craft will measurably grow as you build your portfolio over the course of your studies. Crew on dozens of films from our film department’s 100+ student projects per year, write a capstone thesis or screenplay, or develop a five-minute animation to showcase your talent.

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Animation** | B.A. | 120 Credits Cinema-Television** | B.A. | 120 Credits Graphic Arts* | BFA | 120 Credits

MASTER’S

Film-Television | MFA | 54 Credits Concentrations: • Directing** • Producing** • Script & Screenwriting*

645+ Local, National & International Student Film Awards

*This program is available partially or completely online. **This program is only available on campus.

PERFORMING ARTS & MUSIC Regent thrives on training outstanding performers, directors and teachers who desire to combine their faith and talent to create exceptional works of art.

Whether you seek to serve in the performing arts and music industries, the academy, or ministry, you‘ll have the training you need to inspire and transform lives.

You’ll also be challenged to lead in the arts with positive and Spirit-filled ambition. If you have a passion for singing, acting, directing, dancing, or writing professionally, our programs will stretch your gifts to new levels for maximum impact.

BACHELOR’S Acting* | BFA | 120 Credits Music Leadership* | B.A. | 120 Credits Music* | B.M. | 120 Credits Concentrations: • Church Music • Music Leadership • Music Performance Theatre* | B.A. | 120 Credits

MASTER’S Acting* | MFA | 62 Credits Theatre** | M.A. | 30 Credits

Theatre Season Access For over 30 years, Regent University Theatre has produced shows of the highest caliber. Productions range from Broadway musicals and the classics, to touching dramas and modern comedies. Regent students have an opportunity to be part of these beloved, regional theatre productions while learning the fine art of performance.

Program Highlights • Train within a professional theatre • Five major theatre productions annually • University Choir & Regent Chamber Choir

Best Performance Arts Center Coastal Virginia Magazine, 2020

*This program is only available on campus. **This program is available online. Optional residency.

ENGLISH & COMMUNICATION STUDIES Communication is at the heart of nearly everything we do. Learning to communicate effectively makes all the difference as you influence your world with an ever-growing volume of daily messages.

At Regent, you’ll be equipped to stay ahead of the rapidly advancing field of communicative art, as well as content, literature, and other written works. You’ll be challenged to seek the truth and apply it in redemptive ways culturally.

Our English & Communication Studies programs are built to shape you into an effective and powerful communicator. Whether it’s the spoken or written word, you will gain the tools you need to convey your message effectively and with integrity.

BACHELOR’S Communication Studies* | B.A. | 120 Credits English* | B.A. | 120 Credits Professional Studies* | B.S. | 120 Credits Concentrations: • Communication Studies • English

MASTER’S Communication* | M.A. | 33+ Credits Concentrations: • Strategic Communication • Political Communication • Media & Arts Management & Promotion Journalism* | M.A. | 33+ Credits

DOCTORAL Communication** | Ph.D. | 56-64 Credits

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Strategic Communication** | DSC | 49 Credits

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Plexuss, 2020

*This program is available partially or completely online. **This program is available online with residency.

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EXPRESSION E N R I C H I N G T H E A R T S T H R O U G H T R A N S F O R M AT I V E P E R F O R M A N C E S

Conveying life’s most profound truths through music and drama awakens emotions. At Regent, you’ll learn how to use the power and passion of performance to influence culture for God’s glory.

Access Our Premier Creative Laboratory

Production Highlights:

Regent University’s $35 million Communication & Performing Arts Center offers you a state-of-the-art creative laboratory for collaborative thinking, comprehensive research, hands-on learning, and creative exploration—all in a magnificent setting that inspires excellence and fuels innovation.

In collaboration with Hollywood actor Corbin Bernson, Regent University and Home Theater Films released two feature films: In-Lawfully Yours (2016) and Mary 4 Mayor (2021).

Our Performing Arts Center is a 135,000-square-foot professional training complex. Your technical proficiency will grow exponentially with access to over $1 million worth of film and video equipment and a curriculum grounded in faith. You’ll leave with the technical and artistic skills and principled foundation needed to advance your career.

Amenities: • • • • • • • • •

700+ seat theatre 195-seat black box theatre Professionally staffed scene and costume shop Converged media lab TV studio with 80,000+ lighting combinations High-definition TV control room Film stage Audio and video post-production editing suites Two fully loaded screening rooms

Regent students supported the production process and received hands-on training alongside industry professionals. Key positions included cinematography, directing, hair, makeup, wardrobe, and set design.

Additionally, several Regent actors landed leading and supporting roles.

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Yearly endowed films 100+ student films produced annually Five major theatre productions Secondstage performances

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KNOWLEDGE TO P- Q UA L I T Y C U R R I C U LU M E Q U I P P I N G YO U W I T H R E A L-WO R L D S K I L L S

Expecting a solid return on your academic investment is just good sense. Regent delivers, with nationally ranked academic programs, institutional accreditation, graduation rates ahead of the national average, and some of the most affordable tuition among private institutions. Here, you’ll be challenged to excel both in mind and spirit—to reach for personal excellence and change lives for the better.

We believe that’s a combination that brings lasting value.

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Best College in Virginia Best Value Schools, 2020

TOP 5% MOST AFFORDABLE PRIVATE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITIES CCCU TUITION SURVEY, 2018

#1 BEST ONLINE BACHELOR’S PROGRAMS IN VIRGINIA U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT, 2021

86% OF OUR STUDENTS RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID

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COMMUNITY R E G E N T I S A P L AC E F O R S T R E N GT H E N I N G YO U R M I N D A N D S O U L

STUDENT SUPPORT As you earn your degree, having access to “life tools” is essential to your success. At Regent, we know supportive services help improve the student experience. That’s why you’ll have access to a network of team members and services designed to help you thrive.

STUDENT SUCCESS COACHES

ACADEMIC ADVISORS

CAREER SERVICES

FINANCIAL AID SPECIALISTS

CENTER FOR STUDENT HAPPINESS

DEPARTMENT

COUNSELING SERVICES

CHAIRS & FACULTY MEMBERS

CAMPUS MINISTRIES

L O C A L G E TAWAY S Our campus location offers easy access to a variety of pastimes.

VIRGINIA BEACH OCEANFRONT | VIRGINIA AQUARIUM & MARINE SCIENCE CENTER VIRGINIA ZOO | WATER COUNTRY USA | BUSCH GARDENS WILLIAMSBURG NORFOLK BOTANICAL GARDEN | COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG | JAMESTOWN SETTLEMENT VIRGINIA AIR & SPACE CENTER | WASHINGTON, D.C.

REGENT’S SHAW CHAPEL & DIVINITY BUILDING

AERIAL VIEW OF THE CAMPUS FOUNTAIN

REGENT STUDENTS AT THE VIRGINIA BEACH OCEANFRONT

REGENT COMMONS FITNESS CENTER

CHAPEL SERVICE

VIRGINIA AQUARIUM & MARINE SCIENCE CENTER

REGENT UNIVERSITY STUDENT ALUMNI AMBASSADORS

CAFE MOKA ON CAMPUS

COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG

REGENT’S NIGHT OF WORSHIP

PRAYER GARDEN & SHAW CHAPEL

REGENT ROYALS ATHLETICS

STATE-OF-THE-ART CYBER RANGE

BUSCH GARDENS WILLIAMSBURG

WASHINGTON, D.C.

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BE TR ANSFORMED, THEN GO CHANGE THE WORLD

A C T I V E - D U T Y M I L I TA R Y, V E T E R A N & DEPENDENT BENEFITS

Our alumni are working at these and other organizations: American Broadcasting Company (ABC) American Movie Classics (AMC) Charisma Media Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) Cox Media DreamWorks Animation ESPN Fox News Georgetown University Harvard University Home Box Office (HBO) Illumination NASA Netflix Paramount Pictures Pepperdine University Rhythm & Hues Studios Sony Corporation of America Studio Center Time Warner Tyndale House Publishers Universal Studios The Walt Disney Company World Reach

25% tuition reduction for veterans and active-duty service members.

15% tuition reduction for spouses and dependents of active-duty service members.

Free Transcript Request Service.

Post-9/11 GI Bill* Yellow Ribbon Program and Military Spouse Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) participation, as well as other generous discounts.

Our dedicated military team is eager to address your education and career counseling needs. Visit regent.edu/military.

TOP 10 Gold Military Friendly School

GI Jobs & Viqtory Media, 2020-21

*Admission requirements vary by program. “GI Bill®” is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered

by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

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THE REGENT WAY If you’re ready to lead the way in your field and make an impact, apply online or contact Admissions. Your admissions counselor will share scholarship and financial aid options with you. And when you enroll, your academic advisor will help you develop a degree plan and choose classes that suit your schedule.

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LEAD Our focus is to develop the next generation of storytellers and artists who will influence the culture. Regent graduates are transforming the media, arts and academy through excellence and innovation in scholarship and practice.

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Regent University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Regent University. Regent University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, disability, age or veteran status in admissions, treatment or access to its programs and activities, or in the administration of educational policies, scholarships, loan programs, athletics or other University programs. In addition, Regent does not discriminate based on religion, except as necessary to comply with Regent’s Standard of Personal Conduct and Statement of Christian Community and Mission. View the full nondiscrimination policy at regent.edu/nondiscrim. Questions or concerns regarding discrimination based on sex may be directed to the University’s Title IX Coordinator at T9Coordinator@regent.edu, or the US Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights at OCR@ed.gov. To learn more about Disability Services or to contact Regent’s Section 504 coordinator, visit regent.edu/disability. Regent University is authorized to operate in the state of Virginia and is exempt from the requirements of certification by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia.COM2000055