The International Telecommunications Education and Research Association (ITERA) has recognized the Fort Hays State University Information Networking and Telecommunications Department through its Program Excellence Award as the 2008 “Outstanding Undergraduate Program.” ITERA members include colleges and universities across America and the globe. This is an extremely prestigious honor. It reflects highly on the curriculum, faculty, facilities, alumni success, and current students at Fort Hays State University.   

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Media, Web, and Networking Video Information

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INT Department Information

Media Studies, Telecommunications/Networking, and Web Development are three exciting academic concentrations offered in Information Networking and Telecommunications (INT). This degree provides extensive theoretical, hands-on and cutting-edge technology experience.

The INT degree emphasizes balanced development of analytical, managerial, and leadership skills in order to open long-term career options.Information Networking focuses on the concept of the effective use and movement of information. Students in Media Studies and Web Development learn to become the content creators for the media of today and tomorrow.

Telecommunications/Networking students learn to create the high powered networks that deliver electronic content. All INT students learn critical skills used to apply information in powerful ways for business, government, education and entertainment.Why choose the INT degree program? Here are just a few reasons why students just like you have elected to study at Fort Hays State University.

• Access to cutting-edge video production and editing studios, Web, and networking labs.
• An opportunity to compete for national awards, including National Broadcasting Society, Cisco Systems Academy Showcase, and World Order of Webmasters National Contest.
• Certification preparation for Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Certified Web Design Apprentice (CWDSA), Oracle Certified Associate, and Apple Final Cut Pro Certification.
• Semi-annual tours of major media, Web, and networking employers throughout the U.S.
• Internship placement with public and private companies.
• Outstanding faculty who have extensive professional experience and industry certifications.
• Challenging and exciting courses and options to build a degree program to your needs.

"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember.
Involve me and I learn."

"I am a firm believer FHSU and the
INT Department involve students in learning."
- Joshua R. Schwickerath, INT Alumni 2003