Vancouver Island University media studies students are showcasing their research findings and unveiling digital projects during a Media Expo on Friday (April 15).
The event is being held at The View Gallery on campus, building 330, from 5-8:30 p.m. The event is free to attend and includes refreshments and DJ music. It features interactive demonstrations and student portfolios and is being operated in an open-house event style.
Work in the Media Expo explores media theory and analysis. It includes short films, photographs, web designs, games, apps, podcasts and more.
“We’re very proud of our graduates and want VIU students, friends, family, faculty, the Nanaimo and area community and Island industry professionals to see the best of what our integrated four-year program has to offer,” said Debra Pentecost, media studies department chairwoman, in a press release. “These candidates are poised for promising careers and this is their moment in the spotlight.”
The media studies degree has been offered at the university for about a decade. It teaches students to examine news and media content with a critical lens.