My degree taught me to determine where to look for information, ask critical questions, gather data, organize it, analyze it, tease out insights, synthesize, and report out. Those skills lend themselves to countless occupations. Even more important, though, my history education has made me a more critical thinker and consequently influences how I see the world.
Bachelor of Arts
Broadcasting
Major | Minor
Top 5 reasons to study broadcasting at Goshen College
Start on air your first semester. Join award-winning radio, TV and media teams right away — no waiting until junior year.- Train in a nationally recognized program. Work with The Globe radio, Globe TV and FiveCore Media, programs known for excellence and industry-level production.
- Build a professional portfolio before graduation. Graduate with real shows, published work and at least one internship already on your résumé.
- Learn with close faculty mentorship. Small class sizes mean hands-on coaching, collaboration and meaningful industry guidance.
- Launch versatile, in-demand careers. Prepare for roles in broadcasting, journalism, film, public relations and digital media — with skills employers value everywhere.
Alumni Outcomes
Our nationally recognized program will equip you with the skills and techniques needed to work in a variety of careers in the broadcasting industry, such as radio talk show host, sports broadcaster, public relations professional, news and journalism professional, audio engineer, producer, and more.
Hear from our alumni
Janelle Diller '75
Children's Author
Being a history minor prepared me for law school and the practice of law in innumerable ways. I developed a lot of analytical skills and my writing ability. But I think more importantly, my history classes taught me to closely read material, something very important in the practice of law.
Clarissa Gaff '00
Program Overview
If you love storytelling, media, and making meaningful connections with audiences, Goshen College is the place to turn your passion into a career. In our award-winning broadcasting program, you’ll jump into hands-on experiences from your very first year—opportunities that students at larger schools often wait years to get.
You’ll master skills in radio and TV production, podcasting, digital storytelling, public speaking, and news writing. Whether you major or minor in broadcasting, you’ll graduate with a strong portfolio, real-world experience, and a resume that stands out in a fast-moving, competitive industry.
Facilities and Resources
Center for Communication Studies
Opened in 2020, the Center for Communication Studies at Goshen College brings together the award-winning television, radio, print and other media curriculars under one roof.
Students are able to meet in one place and collaborate as one team. A department that has won a steady stream of statewide and national awards has found a new home with high energy and round-the-clock activity, with Globe Radio announcers on the air and student staff in a bustling newsroom.
Career Paths
The field of broadcasting combines many different aspects, including public speaking, ethical practices of communication, new technology, writing for media, cultural responses to communication methods, and investigative reporting, among others. In today’s highly connected job market, employers value strong communication ability through a variety of forms.
| News Anchor or Reporter | Audio Engineer | Media Specialist |
| Producer | Video Editor | Communications Specialist |
| Program Director | Videographer | Public Relations Specialist |
| Station Manager | Broadcast Engineer | Marketing Manager |
| Technical Director | Sports Director | Professor of Communication |
Explore more about the program.
In addition to being nationally recognized for excellence among top schools and communication programs, our radio and television broadcasting curriculum is designed in close collaboration with broadcasting professionals. This means that our students have access to the latest trends and technologies in visual communications and electronic media, and our graduates go on from GC with a resume that will stand out in a competitive job market.
Broadcasting students at Goshen College have numerous opportunities to apply their classroom learning and to test their vocational interests. Students can develop leadership skills in radio broadcasting at WGCS: The Globe and enhance their video production skills
For a full list of requirements and available courses, refer to the course listing page.
Real-world experience is at the heart of GC’s broadcasting and communication programs. Hands-on experience and a team atmosphere are how our small college radio station manages to compete with and defeat colleges and universities in the state and across the country.
- 91.1 The Globe (WGCS)–Step into the spotlight at the Best College Radio Station in the Nation, where you’ll host shows, report live, and manage programming.
- FiveCore Media–Get paid to do what you love with professional video production internships right on campus.
- The Record–Strengthen your writing and reporting skills at GC’s weekly student newspaper.
- C. Henry Smith Oratorical Contest–Compete in this annual public speaking event and sharpen your ability to inspire and persuade.
- You will complete at least one off-campus internship and are
encouraged to do more. Students have recently served as interns at U93, Michiana News Channel, Regional Radio Sports Network, ABC 57, The Goshen News, Walt Disney World, Eyedart Creative Studios, The South Bend Tribune, WVPE, Sojourners, WNDU and Froggy 102.7. - Take part in the Study Service Term, connecting global learning, cultural immersion and service.
Learn more about our emphasis on experiential learning opportunities.
Scholarships make up a large portion of our financial aid packages, which average almost $26,000 per student (not including work-study or loans). Please visit our financial aid page for more information on available scholarships and the application process.
In addition to our financial aid packages, Goshen College awards scholarships each year to enrolled students majoring in broadcasting and communication. Potential scholarships for communication students include:
- Ainlay Communication Scholarship
- Geigley Scholarship (Broadcast/TV)
- Gorsline Excellence Awards (Journalism, Radio/TV/Film)
- Joel Kauffmann Scholarship (Creative Media)
- Kornhaus & Smith Scholarships (Public Speaking & Radio)
Anna Groff
Associate Professor of Communication
Kyle Hufford
Professor of Communication
Jason Samuel
Director of WGCS FM and Globe Media
Duane Stoltzfus
Professor of Communication
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