BA/BS in Communication and Media Studies

The communication major is designed to develop persuasive and professional communicators who can adapt to a shifting job market. Students practice analysis, solving problems, handling disagreements and working with teams and communities. Because communication skills apply almost everywhere, graduates are prepared for corporations as well as organizations in government, law, health, human services, education and religious work. The page names jobs such as director of communication, marketer, recruiter, brand manager, event planner, editor, speechwriter and fundraiser. The major is part of the liberal arts college. First-year students may apply, as may transfers beginning in any term. The page lists a faculty contact for questions, along with links to the undergraduate catalog and the transfer guide. Students can follow links on the page to the catalog and transfer guide.