To provide our students with the greatest learning environment possible, we are creating a digital media integration classroom to enhance our mass communications programs and offer improved technological experiences. As we reshape the physical space, our faculty are developing a new curriculum to accompany these technology upgrades. These courses will connect students to the expanding world of media convergence in the workforce.
In keeping the tradition of excellence and high standards that were so heartily embraced by Professor Ward, we plan to have this room serve as visual representation of his service to the department. Providing such a space and advanced technology will further develop the professional, interpersonal and creative skills of our students. Helping students develop these skills was very important to Bill. A plaque commemorating Bill’s dedication to the department will be permanently placed in this space to remind faculty and students of the hard work and dedication that are required to be in the mass communications field. Our alumni have been clear that they want this space to both serve the needs of the department and celebrate the life of their beloved professor. Gifts to this project may be made in memory of Professor Ward.
For more information on making a gift, contact Laura Caveny, Director of Development, at 618-650-5048 or lhoppin@siue.edu.
*Gifts to this project are made to the Mass Comm Lab Development Fund
