Academic Programs

 

 

A.J. Miceli
Assistant Professor
Department Chair
Phone: (814) 871-7492
miceli@gannon.edu

LOCATION:
Rm. 007 Schuster Theatre
Scottino Hall
624 Sassafras Street

Programs

 

Our students get involved. And they don't have to wait until their junior or senior year. Check out the information on our academic programs and see how Gannon can prepare you for your dream job.

 

Communication Arts Program

Our communication arts program propels you toward your goals. Build the skills necessary to succeed in positions including: field producer, copy writer, editor, news photographer, media sales representative, account executive, media buyer or planner, public relations director, marketing consultant and more. Read more about the communication arts program...

  • STUDENTS AT WORK: In David Blaetz's Corporate Video class, you won't spend much time sitting behind a desk. Students collaborate to film, edit, write and produce professional-quality video for their portfolios.

  • LISTEN ONLINE: Gannon students can be heard over the air and online at www.wergfm.com.

 

Theatre Program

As a theatre major, you will gain on- and off-stage experience and will develop a versatile background in both classic and contemporary theatre. As the film and television industry continues to grow, careers can be found in directing, scriptwriting, design and arts management. Read more about the theatre program...

  • Improv videoSTUDENTS AT WORK: Paula Barrett believes that in order to succeed, you've got to take chances. Students in Paula's Improv class learn that lesson firsthand, and they have a little fun while doing it. Watch it on YouTube.

  • SEE IT LIVE: Get information on the latest Schuster Theatre production here...

 

Theatre & Communication Arts Program

Whether you are interested in "on stage" performance, technical theatre, arts management, television, news, radio or public relations, Gannon's theatre and communication arts program can help you reach your dreams. You'll gain real world experience and get an education that leads to endless possibilities. Read more about the theatre & communication arts program...

  • STUDENTS AT WORK: Senior Research & Thesis gives seniors in the theatre & communication arts program the opportunity for in-depth exploration of a topic that interests them. A student with a passion for design might explore the works of Julie Taymor, while a classmate might research the role of marketing and communications in modern politics.

  • SEE IT LIVE: Get information on the latest Schuster Theatre production and the current season here...
  • LISTEN ONLINE: Gannon students can be heard over the air and online at www.wergfm.com.
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The Schuster Theatre
 

• Gannon’s Schuster Theatre has the distinction of being one of only a few “teaching theatres” in the region.

• Theatre and communication arts students are eligible to participate in four main stage theatrical productions per year. There are also numerous studio productions and fundraisers held throughout the year.

• Students can achieve prominent roles in theatre productions as early as freshman year.

• Theatre and communication arts students can also take part in the “Shakespeare Summer Nights” production, held annually.

• Gannon students can find practicum experiences and internships at local professional theatres, TV affiliates, radio stations, cable outlets and nonprofit organizations.

• Theatre and communication arts students have access to upgraded digital equipment and industry standard software including: Adobe Premiere, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe (Macromedia) Flash and others.

• Theatre and communication arts students participate as on air performers, news directors, managers and producers for 90.5 WERG, the University owned 3000-watt radio and streaming media station.

• Gannon alumni from the theatre and communication arts program work in locations such as New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Washington, D.C., and of course, Erie.

 

 
 
 

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