The Roundtable Perspective

Explore a show that gives experts a platform for scholarly discussion, touching on a variety of communication issues.

The Roundtable Perspective is a collegiate television program produced by students and faculty of the Department of Communication and Creative Arts at Purdue University Northwest. New episodes air every Friday at 8:30 p.m. on Lakeshore PBS.

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Thomas J. Roach, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Communication


tjroach@pnw.edu

(219) 989-2508

Hammond, Porter Hall 114C

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PNW’s Broadcasting concentration offers students hands-on experience in audio and video production, including working on The Roundtable Perspective.  If you’re interested in declaring a broadcasting concentration, contact Jake Giles to schedule a tour of the studio.


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