Institution name

Winston-Salem State University

Total number of students

6442

Contact address for international enquiries

601 S Martin Luther King Jr Drive
WINSTON-SALEM 27110

Telephone

+1 336 750 2102

Venue / office name

College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Mass Communications

Address

Hall Patterson 314
WINSTON-SALEM
North Carolina
27110

Venue description

The purpose of the Department of Mass Communications is to provide a program of study in the theoretical and practical dimensions of mass communications electronic media and journalism. Students also have opportunities to apply their education in campus, community and commercial media, as well as to prepare for advanced studies. While a minor is not required, students are encouraged to select another course of study for a minor program.

Telephone number

+1 336 750 2310

Is accommodation available at this venue?

Yes

Accommodation details

The Department of Housing and Residence Life supports the academic mission of Winston-Salem State University by offering opportunities for individual and collective growth to students who live on campus. Brown hall is a conventional residence hall that houses 256 men of all classifications. It is a five-story brick complex. Rooms have two land line phones in working condition. Wireless Internet Access granted throughout facility. All rooms are equipped with two internet ports. Amenities include two televisions. The Dillard hall is a conventional (single sex) residence hall that houses freshmen and upper-class women. It is a three story brick complex with a housing capacity of 126 students. Amenities include a computer lab, an elevator, a community kitchen, a big screen TV, and microwave oven. Foundation Heights is co-ed that consists of 1 building. Total building capacity is 316 students. This residential building features study rooms, a computer lab, a fitness room, and a laundry room. The 72-unit community consists of private and semi-private bedroom accommodations and semi-private bathrooms. A microwave is available in the designated kitchen areas or rooms in each building. Electrical or gas cooking appliances such as microwaves, grills, popcorn poppers, hot plates, toasters, electric frying pans are not permitted in rooms. The University will confiscate any hazardous appliances and violators will be assessed a fine. The residential facilities have limits on the capabilities of their electrical systems. Overloading these systems presents fire and safety hazards. Furthermore, electrical heating elements are dangerous when used in residence hall rooms or apartment units. Every room and apartment is equipped with a phone connection. Local calls are provided as a part of the residence.