In this assignment you will explore the fields of communication and media by explaining the field’s purpose and importance. Additionally, you will review three current associations within the communic

In this assignment you will explore the fields of communication and media by explaining the field’s purpose and importance. Additionally, you will review three current associations within the communication and media studies field and summarize their mission, role within the larger field, and benefits to you as a student in the Communication and Media Studies program. Instructions:  Write your own definition of communication and media studies. You may use the resources in unit 1 as a reference but be sure to compose your own one-sentence definition of both communication and media studies.  Describe the kinds of information you hope to learn and the kinds of skills you hope to gain by studying communication and media studies.  Identify at least three reasons why studying communication and media studies is important or will be beneficial to you as a student, future graduate, and employee.  Browse the professional associations listed in the supplemental resources in unit 1. Choose the top three associations that relate most to your specific interest in communication and media studies. Identify the three and answer the following questions: o Summarize the mission or goal of each association. o Describe why and how this particular association relates to your specific interest in communication and media studies. o Identify at least two ways these associations can be beneficial to you during your time as a student and beyond. Requirements:  Read the assignment instructions and rubric carefully before beginning.  Use full sentences and appropriate academic language in all work.  Follow standard APA guidelines (proper margins, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman, and cover page your full name, course, and date.  Use APA citation format and include a reference/work cited page when necessary.  Your essay should be approximately 2-3 pages in length.