Overview
No matter where your life takes you, communication is an essential skill in every industry and position and it cuts across all socio-economic, political and cultural contexts. UW-Superior is a leader in the art and practice of communication, where students study communication in multiple forms and apply it through various hands-on experience. You will learn to apply communication skills and theories in personal, professional and social contexts. Your exploration of communication will be rooted in understanding interpersonal and relational communication; persuasion and rhetoric; media, technology and society; organizational and professional communication; and public speaking and presentation skills.
This program is available on-campus or online.
What You’ll Learn
Communication students develop a powerful toolkit of skills that are valued by employers, organizations and communities. As a student, you will study communication skills and theories in a range of contexts to become an effective communicator in preparation for a successful career in an ever-changing world.
In this program you will learn and practice:
- Effective Communication: Craft compelling messages for any audience—whether speaking, writing or presenting
- Collaboration: Work in teams to brainstorm, pitch ideas and execute projects like a pro
- Critical Thinking: Analyze media, culture and communication trends to solve real-world problems
- Cultural Awareness: Understand diverse perspectives to communicate ethically and inclusively
- Research Skills: Essential for understanding audiences, user experiences, media trends and communication dynamics—including basic qualitative and quantitive methods for understanding the effect of messages on human behavior and thought
- Storytelling: Build narratives that inspire, inform and persuade across multiple channels
- Digital and Media Literacy: Navigate and leverage social media, websites and emerging technologies with confidence
My experience with the Communication, Media and Theatre Department has been really positive. it has helped me gain valuable skills in both written and verbal communication. It has also helped me develop a critical understanding of media, culture and human interaction.
I chose the Communication and Media Arts program for both personal and professional reasons. Personally, I wanted to better understand and navigate the communication challenges I’ve seen in everyday life. Professionally, as a Public Relations Specialist for my Tribe, the skills I’ve gained through this program have been invaluable. Thanks to UWS, I’ve been able to elevate how we share information from a Tribal Government perspective.
Career Opportunities
A degree in communications opens the door to many different professional career opportunities. Communications students have found positions in the following fields
- Public relations, advertising and organizational communication
- Editing and technical writing
- News analytics, reporting and journalism
- Theatre or film production and administration
- Teaching and education administration
- Government and legislative affairs
- Non-profit management and fundraising
- Social and new media creation
Ready to get started?
Applying to UW-Superior is easy and free for undergraduate students. Once your application is submitted, you’ll hear from us within just a few days. We’re here to help you every step of the way with any questions you may have, so why wait? Start your application today.Â
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