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Three primary departments and numerous programs join together in the School, and this convergence becomes the driving force behind the School of Arts & Communication:  by combining the talents of students, faculty and staff within these disciplines, the better the educational experience for all.

This convergence resonates on Capitol Hill. The Utah Legislature has appropriated funds exceeding $30 million for a new building for the School of Arts & Communication, to be located at the South City Campus.

The dedication of the Center for New Media was held on January 4th, with many dignitaries in attendance. The Visual Art & Design Department continues to work with the design team for the Center for New Media, which will house multiple departments and programs within the School of Arts & Communication. Learn more about the ground-breaking ceremony from the The Globe Newspaper.

To understand why the support is so great, please use the accompanying links to learn more about the School's departments and programs.

Communication Department

The Communication Department at SLCC is the best resource for students to develop the verbal, written, and visual skills necessary to effectively convey their message to the world in an ever-changing environment.

The Communication Department sponsors and directs a vibrant Mass Communication Center that provides valuable instruction and real-world, hands-on experience in journalism, radio, television and video, and the Internet. The MCC uses practicum projects to enhance a student's experience in mass media. Student produced media is made available to the public through The Globe Newspaper (print and online), MCC-TV (video), MCC Radio (audio/radio), and SLCCTV (broadcast television).

Click here for more information about the Communication Department.

Visual Art & Design Department

The Visual Art & Design Department provides a variety of disciplines in both traditional and digital media, each of which are designed for every student to obtain the most worthwhile personal and professional development in a growing field.

The visual arts are art forms that focus on the creation of works which are primarily visual in nature. This includes art work, such as painting, photography, or sculpture, that appeals primarily to the visual sense and typically exists in permanent form.

Click here for additional information about the Visual Art & Design Department.

Performing Arts Department

The Performing Arts Department enables students to discover and diversify their talents through an assortment of platforms, in environments which encourage and celebrate freedom of expression.

Performing arts include dance, music, opera, drama and circus arts. Artists who participate in performing arts in front of an audience are called performers. This includes designers, actors, songwriters, comedians, dancers, musicians and singers. Recently included in the Performing Arts Department are the fashion & interior design programs.

Click here for more information about the Performing Arts Department.

Concurrent Enrollment

Concurrent Enrollment plays a vital role in the School of Arts & Communication:  "The Salt Lake Community College Concurrent Enrollment Program provides leadership in maintaining partnerships with secondary education institutions that offer high school students the opportunity to earn college credit and high school credit concurrently as they enroll in and complete college-level courses offered either at a Salt Lake Community College or approved high school campus."