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Numerous Communication Arts students and faculty were recognized for their excellence in and out of the classroom at this year’s Awards Day ceremony on Friday, May 1st.  The following seniors were awarded the Academic Excellence medal in their respective majors: Keiler Henry, Digital Media Stu... READ MORE
POSTED: May 8, 2009 - Broadcasting  Digital Media  Journalism  Public Relations/Advertising  Theatre  Photojournalism  Film Studies  Advertising  Media Communications  


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 This is a recent article from the Cardinal & Cream, co-written by Elizabeth Wood and Lindsay Dawkins.

Piercing eyes. Flawless complexion. Perfect figure. Impeccable smile.

 In the world of advertising, altered imagery and misleading messages are found in glamour magazines, TV commercials and the Internet, said students across the campus of Union University.

 Some students said current advertising focuses on selling products for physical fulfillment rather than building character and individuality. Others said advertising can be positive and beneficial to the public eye.

 “The purpose of advertising is to allure viewers to buy their product,” said Benjamin Ferrell, junior psychology major. “People would be revolted by the advertisement if it were ugly.”

 Trey Peters, senior marketing major, said advertising is about drawing customers to the unique selling points of a company’s brand, product or serv... READ MORE
POSTED: Apr 3, 2009 - Public Relations/Advertising  Advertising  

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Fall Break Oct 15, 8:00am

COMUnion New York trip Sep 30, 12:10pm: New York, NY
Professional trip for students. Features visits to Fox News, NBC Studios, Good Housekeeping magazine. Opportunities to go to a Broadway show, the Empire State Building and Staten Island.

Moe's Night for Union University Oct 1, 4:00pm: Moe's Southwest Grill, Vann Drive
Moe's is sponsoring a special night for Union University student on October 1st. There are giveaways and music from 6–9 p.m.

Tennessee Communication Association Conference Sep 11, 12:00pm: Natchez Trace State Park

First Day of Classes Aug 25, 8:00am

Freshmen Registration Jun 15, 8:00am: Grant Events Center

Mass Media in a Changing World: Media Ethics May 14, 6:00pm: PAC D-52
Featuring Tom Cooper, professor of media and visual arts at Emerson College in Boston, Mass.

2009 Communication Arts Banquet May 5, 6:00pm: Grant Events Center
The end of the year Communication Arts dinner, for all majors and minors in the Communication Arts department, featuring the Outstanding Student awards and several door prizes. Tickets are $5 and are available in the Comm. Arts suite. Tickets available until Friday, May 1st.: more event info

Mass Media in a Changing World: Advertising & Public Relations Apr 30, 6:00pm: PAC D-52
Featuring Jim Barnwell, Director of Communications, Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, TN, and Jason Bramblett, Bramblett Group, Henderson, TN.