18 units

Students in the screen studies minor explore the cinematic past and discover how pivotal moments in film and television history—from technological breakthroughs to social upheavals—shape the stories flickering on today’s screens. You’ll decode the artistry of film, revealing how a director’s frame, an editor’s cut, or a designer’s vision weaves together style and story to stir emotions and spark ideas across cultures and genres. Through this journey, you’ll uncover cinema’s voice in the world, exploring how films—from bold auteurs to unsung voices—capture humanity’s struggles and dreams across time, reflecting a divinely guided arc of creativity and history that speaks to societal shifts and the enduring human story.