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765-285-8200

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Department of Journalism
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306

In Person

Art and Journalism Building, Room 300
Office Hours
Fall and Spring academic semesters: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Summer office hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Department Chair

Johnny Sparks

Program Coordinators

Journalism

Strategic Communications

  • Advertising Program: Becky McDonald, assistant professor of journalism
  • Public Relations: Becky McDonald, assistant professor of journalism

Graduate Programs

  • MA in Journalism: Robin Blom, assistant professor of journalism
  • MA in Public Relations: YoungAh Lee, assistant professor of journalism
  • MA in EMDD: Jennifer Palilonis, George and Frances Ball distinguished professor of multimedia journalism
  • Certificate in PR: Corporate: YoungAh Lee, assistant professor of journalism
  • Certificate in PR: Education: YoungAh Lee, assistant professor of journalism