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Program Type: Undergraduate

School: School of Media & Communication

Degree Requirements


Students majoring in Communication Studies will learn about human interaction across many contexts from interpersonal relationships to the workplace to public presentations, developing skills that will prepare them for careers in fields such as training and development, conflict mediation, and sales.

Online Program Available:

Program Contacts

Zach Hart, Ph.D.
Professor
GH 508
859-572-5573
hartz@nku.edu

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Students in the Spotlight

Karen Seidler

Hannah Flynn

Graduating Year: 2018

Education: Majors in Electronic Media & Broadcasting & Communication Studies

Favorite NKU Memory

"I have a few favorite NKU memories but the one that sticks out the most would be my study abroad trip to London. I got to be apart of a 2-week study abroad trip with Dr. Yungbluth. Within this communications course we got to experience all sorts of sports. Going to Wimbledon, seeing Arsenal F.C. and Chelsea F.C. stadium, playing netball and countless other memories from that trip will always be something I will remember."

Advice for Students

"The main advice I would give is experience everything. Experience is one of the main aspects of a resume that will make you stand out. NKU has a number of resources that can be used if you take advantage of the moment and continue to find those moments. Professors at NKU are willing to teach you anything they can and its up to students to desire more then what is in the classroom."

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Find Your Passions & Build Your Future

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  • Career Paths: A Communication Studies degree prepares students for the art and skill of human interaction in a variety of contexts from interpersonal relationships to conflict mediation, leading to positions such as:
    • Presentation Specialist
    • Corporate Trainer
    • Social Media Coordinator
    • Regional Sales Director
  • Co-Op Opportunities: Whatever your career focus, you can gain valuable on-the-job experience in an internship or co-op arranged through NKU Career Services. NKU students are gaining professional experience with area businesses such as Duke Energy, Fidelity Investments, The Cincinnati Reds, Hewlett-Packard, Kroger, Procter & Gamble and The Cincinnati Bengals.
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