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Graphic Communication

The degree in Graphic Communication combines technical education with instruction in current design & management practices.

While traditional processes (such as presswork and screenprinting) continue to be taught in the area, most courses focus on design software, including:

  • Dreamweaver & HTML coding
  • Flash
  • Illustrator
  • InDesign
  • Photoshop
  • QuarkXPress

Classes cover a variety of graphic communication topics, such as design principles, desktop publishing, image manipulation and composition, graphic illustration, printing production management, and web and interactive design; check out our gallery of student work. All courses combine lecture and lab components and are held in one of our two 24-seat advanced Mac labs, which are open only to graphic communication students.

Possible Careers

  • Desktop publishing
  • Blog/Social Media Designer
  • Consultant
  • Graphic art / design
  • New Media Director
  • Web and interactive design
  • Web Designer
  • Webmaster
Why Choose Graphic Communication at WIU?
  • Instruction utilizes a balance of lectures and laboratory experiences
  • All laboratories have industrial-sized, modern equipment
  • Advanced computer laboratories are provided, and all labs are open only to students in engineering technology classes
  • Required internships provide course credit for actual work experience
  • Classes are small -- usually no larger than 24 students
  • Faculty members are accessible and focus on teaching
  • All courses are taught by faculty, most of whom are tenure track; graduate students do not teach classes in the department
Some of Our Graduates

At A Glance

  • Degrees Available:
    • B.S.
  • Major: Yes
  • Minor: Yes
  • Graduate Degree: No
  • Campus: Macomb
  • Study Opportunities:
    • Honors

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