Communication Studies
In this fast-paced world that relies on instantaneous communication, speaking, writing, reporting, and video skills are increasingly important.
The communication studies major (BA) offers 4 emphases: Communication and Social Influence, Convergent Journalism, Electronic Media, or Public Relations. You can also minor in any of these areas of study.
What Will I Study?
You have a chance to get firsthand experience on our College newspaper or in our TV studio, as well as internships on- and off-campus. Our state-of-the art communication facilities are housed in Elliot & Rosel Schewel Hall.
What Kind of Job Can I Get?
The communication studies major prepares you for a job or graduate school in areas like:
- Journalism
- Multimedia
- Public Relations
- Teaching
- Business
- Industry
What Are Some of Our Graduates Doing?
- NASA's Public Affairs Outreach and Education Manager for the Exploration Technology Development Program
- Visual Storyteller (video and graphic design) at Blue Ocean Ideas, LLC, in Baltimore, Maryland
- Senior Reporter, Orlando (Florida) Sentinel
- Co-Host of "Living in the Heart of Virginia" for WSET-TV in Lynchburg, Virginia
Alumni in Action
Alumna Emily Brown '02, communication studies major, works as an online editor at USA Today. Read her story.
Alumna Sarah Lampkin '12, communication studies major with a minor in popular culture, has already written two novels. Read her story.
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A communications major with an emphasis in public relations, Mike Wims '13 said a summer internship convinced him he made a good choice of majors.
