Communications / Journalism

Study how people communicate in relationships and groups — verbal, nonverbal, conflict, and listening.

Survey how newspapers, TV, radio, film, and the internet shape public opinion and culture.

Structure and deliver speeches that inform, persuade, and engage live audiences effectively.

Study models of how messages are created, transmitted, interpreted, and misunderstood.

Study First Amendment rights, libel, privacy, and ethical dilemmas journalists face.

Craft press releases, manage media relationships, and protect organizational reputation during crises.

Design surveys, content analyses, and experiments to study media effects on audiences.

Complete a major journalism, PR, or media production project showcasing your professional skills.

Write news stories on deadline — gathering facts, interviewing sources, and following AP style.

Produce video and audio content for TV and radio using professional studio equipment.

Produce journalism for the web — multimedia storytelling, podcasts, and data-driven reporting.

Create effective visual messages using photography, infographics, and video for media platforms.

Plan and manage social media campaigns that build audiences and achieve organizational goals.