Student Success and Belonging

The SOAR Program is an experience that guides CCIM students through every step of their college journey – from their first semester until they enter the professional world. Guided by the pillars of passion, perseverance, and progress, SOAR equips students with the academic, personal, and career readiness skills necessary to succeed. From orienting you to college life to preparing you for internships to launching your professional life after graduation, SOAR is with you all the way.

CCIM 101: The CCIM Experience 

CCIM 101 helps students build a strong foundation for success at Ball State and within CCIM. Through interactive learning, campus engagement, mentoring, self-discovery, and exploration of university resources, students develop the skills, relationships, and confidence needed to take ownership of their college experience. 

CCIM 301:CCIM Career and Professional Development

CCIM 301 prepares students to translate their college experiences into professional opportunities. Through a scenario-based career journey, students practice searching for jobs, networking, developing résumés and cover letters, interviewing, evaluating and negotiating job offers, and building their professional identity while exploring graduate education and continued professional development. 

Internships are a very useful way for CCIM students to gain on-the-job experience, explore careers, and make professional contacts in the field. The student success office – in partnership with the career center – provides resources for students to connect to employers for internship opportunities.

CCIM students can find internship opportunities through Cardinal Career Link, Ball State's one-stop shop for internship and job listings. The CCIM Career Resources page within Canvas offers career resources, résumé samples, employer contacts, and internship opportunities that are specific to the college.

We encourage students to discover these resources early and often – your career starts with what you do today.

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Student Organizations

With more than 30 student organizations, CCIM offers a variety of opportunities for students to engage in their passions and learn new skills across a broad range of interests – from journalism, media production, and advertising to public relations, esports, speech and debate, and more.

These organizations provide real-world opportunities to put learning into practice, collaborate with other students who share similar passions, and grow one’s leadership skills.

Ready to connect? Be Connected is your go-to for connecting with and participating in CCIM student groups. Explore our student organizations through be connected.

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Living-Learning Community (LLC)

The CCIM Living-Learning Community is for students pursuing majors in the College of Communication, Information, and Media. Students living in this community can expect an environment that focuses on exploring the different majors that fall within the college as well as careers associated with communication, information, and media. The CCIM LLC is designed to enhance student's academic capabilities and provide key resources within the four walls of the residence hall.

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CCIM LLC

Signature Experience

The Signature Experience in the College of Communication, Information, and Media offers students a great stage on which to excel personally and academically. Through our award-winning programs, students gain access to innovative courses and hands-on learning environments. With guaranteed housing in our state-of-the-art residential halls, students benefit from prioritize room selection and have total access to all on-site facilities.

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Signature Experience