Areas of Study
In the School of Communication, students gain a better understanding of the processes, role and power of communication. Students will acquire practical and analytical skills and knowledge of communication principles, how to understand audiences, shape messages, and interact with individuals and technologies. They also will learn about the power and influence of communication on society.
As a competitive admissions program, students begin as a pre-communication or pre-journalism major, then apply to one of four areas of study that have been identified under the Undergraduate Program.
Pre-Major
Pre-Communication or Pre-Journalism
Students interested in applying to the communication or journalism areas of study must complete pre-requisite coursework prior to applying for admissions to the major. Pre-communication and pre-journalism major can be declared with Arts & Sciences Advising in 100 Denney Hall.
Communication
Communication Analysis and Practice
CAP offers a broad-based education in communication combined with the flexibility to pursue your specific areas of interest, including public opinion and media effects, relational and health communication, and communication and advocacy.
New Media and Communication Technology (COT)
New Media and Communication Technology explores the way technology is transforming the field of communication through an interdisciplinary major to help you understand interactive technology, evaluate the user experience, and communicate with users from varying levels of technical proficiency.
Strategic Communication (SCM)
Strategic Communication teaches you ways in which organizations communicate in order to accomplish a goal, with focus areas including knowledge management, negotiation, team problem solving, leadership, inter-organizational relationships, and persuasive communication in sales and marketing.
Journalism
Public Affairs Journalism (Multimedia Focus)
Our journalism students are on the cutting edge of the skills and technology needed to succeed in the journalism workplace, while at the same time steeped in the fundamental skills of reporting, investigating and writing that are a foundation for any journalist. A multimedia focus prepares you with skills required by contemporary media to package new stories with word, still photo, audio, and video.
Minors
In addition to the four undergraduate majors, students have the opportunity to pursue one of five Communication minors. To learn more about the undergraduate major or minor programs, explore the links above, or schedule an appointment with an academic advisor in the Undergraduate Advising Office located in 3033 Derby Hall.
