Applied Communication

Experiences in Applied Communication

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The applied communication major provides students the opportunity to develop their professional communication skills in the comm lab, our career readiness course, or an applied internship experience. They may participate in faculty-led study abroad or Study in America trips, learn with peers in living and learning communities, develop a professional community at networking events, compete in student competitions, or join student organizations for a well-rounded experience. 

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Career Opportunities

  • Corporate communication
  • Training and development
  • Community affairs
  • Corporate public affairs
  • Public relations
  • Marketing
  • Advertising

 

  • Media analysis/planning
  • Creative directing
  • Public information
  • Program administration
  • Social, foreign, or legislative services
  • Office management
  • Human resources