School of Journalism and Mass Communications

So you watch the Super Bowl for the commercials? Then we want you. And you relish the idea of working all night with dozens of super-creative types on a campaign to make the world a better place? Yes, you're our kind. Our advertising program is home to the most talented, innovative thinkers in the industry. And we turn out top talent every day. Learn more about the Advertising major.

Do you dream about covering the biggest stories? Do you want to cover the White House or the NFL or the latest film preview? We can get you there, live and in front of the camera, telling the stories that make a difference across the world and down the street. Learn more about the Broadcast Journalism major.

Do you want to make the world a better place, write beautiful stories and master the digital world? Do you like exposing wrongdoing and giving people the information they need in a democracy? Would you like to follow in the footsteps of our alums covering Washington, Wall Street and pro sports? Then start here. We'll equip you to ask those tough questions, pry out that information and thrive in a multimedia world by being confident, fast — and factual. Learn more about the Journalism major.

Know you want a career in communications but aren't sure which part? That's OK. We'll help you identify your strengths and focus your interests. You'll gain broad insight into the communications industry and learn to recognize and analyze the media’s role in our society. You'll graduate with a deep intellectual understanding of the elements at work in the media today, and you'll be well rounded and media literate. Learn more about the Mass Communications major.

Are you self-confident and composed, even in difficult situations? Are you good at explaining things to others in a way that they can clearly understand, and more importantly, in a way that earns their trust? If so, you could be destined for public relations. And our program can help develop and hone your natural skills into a stellar career. Learn more about the Public Relations major.

Visual storytelling is all around us: movies, commercials, journalism, augmented reality, drones. Contemporary communication is visual communication. In our program, you will learn visual problem-solving through fundamental skills such as graphic design, film, web design and photography. You will receive instruction in the cutting-edge concepts and tools needed for an exciting and in-demand career in the modern visual media landscape. Amplify your creativity with the skills needed to execute your ideas into stunning and effective visual communications. Learn more about the Visual Communications major.