Department of 沟通
Explore the art and science of communication.
The Department of 沟通 is a collaborative community of faculty, 学生, and staff at the forefront of understanding the ever-changing communications and media landscape. At the very heart of all communication lies creativity and innovation. 学生 studying communication at Walla Walla University can explore the world through studying abroad, participating in research, acting on stage or in films, or interning with a variety of companies.
With a communications degree, 学生 graduate with marketable skills that fit many different job roles in social media, 公共关系, 新闻, 筹款, 市场营销, 人力资源, 和更多的.
Align your career goals with the dynamic and impactful field of communication.
大学经历
What will your college experience look like as a communication major?
Adventist Colleges Abroad: 学生 can explore the world through study abroad through the Adventist Colleges Abroad program. They can learn a foreign language and earn an academic minor in that language as well.
电影节: Each year 学生 are given the opportunity to attend the SonScreen Film Festival, the Sundance Film Festival, and the 国际 Christian Film Festival.
荣誉协会: 学生 with the required GPA and satisfactory department standing are inducted into Nu Zeta, the WWU chapter of Lambda Pi Eta, the National 沟通 Association honors society. This provides professional advancement and connections as 学生 continue on from WWU into their professional careers.
实习: 学生 majoring in Strategic 沟通 intern at profit and nonprofit organizations as content writers, 社交媒体实习生, and 公共关系 assistants. Global communication 学生 intern with international organizations assisting their linguistic and 公共关系 processes.
职业道路
What can your career path as a communication major look like?
沟通 majors are well-suited for a wide range of careers due to the versatile skills they acquire. It is an integral component across many industries, and common career paths include 公共关系 specialist, 社交媒体经理, corporate communication specialist, 和记者. The communication skills, 批判性思维, and adaptability gained through a communication major make graduates well-suited for diverse and dynamic career paths. Depending on their specific interests and focus areas within communication, individuals can find fulfilling roles in various industries.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, “Overall employment in media and communication occupations is projected to grow about as fast as the average for all occupations from 2022 to 2032. About 114,300 openings are projected each year, on average.“