Program Description

The Communication program provides a foundation in the study of human

communication while integrating major areas of study in the communication field,

including speech, writing, public relations, digital media design, marketing, journalism and

event management.

The program’s integrated curriculum prepares students with theoretical principles in

the communication field, and then requires them to apply those principles in a variety of

communication contexts. The flexible curriculum can be customized by students through

selection of a focus area of seven courses outside the Communication program; e.g. from

psychology, political science, business, art, etc.

• The program can be completed in 3 years.

• The program’s multi-disciplinary approach prepares students for a variety of

careers in communication fields, such as public relations, marketing, advertising,

public information, event management, lobbying, development, sales, etc.

• The learning experience can be customized by student selection of a seven-course

area of focus outside the program.

• Guest speakers and adjunct professors provide career connections and references

for current students and alumni.

• Students engage in two professionally mentored internship opportunities.

Students complete a service-learning practicum on- campus and an external

internship with a company/organization in the communication field.

• Students have the opportunity to work on the campus newspaper, The Eagle.

• Students can also join the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA),

our professional communication organization.

Communication Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate will:

1. Use communication theory and principles to analyze, design and

evaluate oral, written, and visual communication in a variety of

professional settings.

2. Use current communication technologies and software to analyze,

design and evaluate oral, written, and visual communication for a

variety of professional settings.