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Media and Film Studies Minor

The interdisciplinary media and film studies minor explores the function and structure of written, aural, and visual communication systems. Grounded in a strong liberal arts preparation, the program offers core courses in media theory and practice as well as the opportunity for advanced course work and practical field experience.

The program affords students the opportunity to develop critical literacy in forms of media and communication by providing a foundation in the central concepts (theoretical, practical, and aesthetic) and contexts of mediated communication; by exploring the application of current and developing forms of media and communication; and by fostering facility and expertise in the use of technology related to current and emerging media. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning, to discuss their program and progress with their faculty advisor, and to avail themselves of relevant collegewide lectures, symposia, and media resources.

Participating faculty address a wider audience through writing, lecturing, production, creation, and other intellectual exchanges within the college community, their profession, and through outreach beyond academia. The media and film studies minor is intended to ensure the success of Skidmore's mission to link "theoretical with applied learning" and prepare students to "make the choices required of informed, responsible citizens" in a twenty-first century context.

Potential course for Fall 2023

  • MF 101:  Introduction to Media Studies
  • MF130 16mm Filmmaking
  • MF 151: Screenwriting

Students interested in Media and Film studies should contact Katie Hauser, Associate Professor of Art History; Director, Media and Film Studies, khauser@skidmore.edu, for further recommendations in their specific area of interest.

Media and Film Studies site