Communication and Media Studies

• Bachelor of Arts
• Major
• Minor

Stetson University's BA in Communication and Media Studies is 32 units and prepares you to communicate strategically, think critically and create meaningful media across today's evolving communication landscape. Develop the writing, analytical and ethical leadership skills valued in corporate, nonprofit, political, legal and media careers while completing a two-semester senior capstone project.

Why Communication and Media Studies at Stetson University?

Stetson's Communication and Media Studies program approaches communication, media and journalism from a humanistic perspective, preparing you to analyze, create and evaluate messages with creativity, critical thinking and ethical responsibility. Small classes, discussion-based learning and hands-on projects encourage you to explore ideas, collaborate with faculty and develop your own voice.

The flexible curriculum allows you to customize your studies around your interests while exploring complementary disciplines across the university. You'll conclude the program with a two-semester senior capstone project, producing an original body of work that showcases your skills and prepares you for graduate study or professional careers.

Learn more about the Department of Communication and Media Studies.

Related Programs:

• Journalism
• English

“I’ve learned to advocate for myself. All the professors here genuinely want to help.”

— Eleanor King '24

Career Outcomes

Earning a degree in Communication and Media Studies opens doors to careers in advertising, marketing, public relations, communication education, consulting, editing, publishing, journalism, broadcasting, event planning, health communication, intercultural communication, new media, organizational communication, performing arts, political communication, public administration, sales and speech writing and coaching.

Meet the Faculty

As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally.

• Daniel Dilliplane, PhD University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
• Erik Johnson, PhD, Northwestern University
• Olena Kolupayeva, PhD Kamianets-Podilskyi Ivan Ohiienko National University
• Sarah Lingo, PhD Northwestern University
• Jelena Petrovic, PhD, University of New Mexico
• Peter Royal, PhD University of Illinois Chicago
• Tara Schuwerk, PhD, Arizona State University
• Eli Witek, BA Stetson University

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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

At Stetson, learning goes beyond the classroom. You'll have opportunities to build real-world experience through internships, research, community engagement and other experiential learning opportunities.

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