Communication

The Communication major engages students with the history, theory, and practice of communication in an increasingly complex and rapidly changing media and information environment. Coursework introduces students to the development of the field, the technological and cultural advancements of new media, past and present, and the methodologies necessary to interrogate these sites of meaning-making. Students develop skills in media, written, and visual communication, learn about interdisciplinary approaches to the study of media artefacts, and gain hands-on experience designing and producing content that communicates effectively to desired audiences. Upper-level students choose from a variety of electives, conduct research on topics in contemporary media culture, and prepare for careers in a wide variety of communication-related industries.