Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Communication and Society] From Washington State University

The  program is offered by . Communication is the study of how people convey information, a resource vital not only in the world of media, but in such varied fields as business, government, and human services.

The major in communication and society focuses on the cultural and social contexts of communication, particularly organizational and intercultural communication. It’s a highly flexible program that has applications in business, government, media, nonprofit organizations, human services, and many other fields.

Practical experience and internships are built into the program, so you graduate with true professional experience.

Strengths of the program

• Join student organizations that provide professional experience in organizational and public communication.
• State-of-the-art resources offered by the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication include a writing lab, an advanced graphics computer lab, TV production studios and editing suites, and audio labs.
• Gain valuable experience at KWSU-TV (public television station), KUGR (student radio station), and Cable 8 (student-run television station).
• Learn from professors who win awards for their teaching and professional work, are nationally ranked for their research, and emphasize high standards in the tradition of Edward R. Murrow.
• The Edward R. Murrow College of Communication is highly regarded nationwide by professionals and wins Emmys for student productions.
• WSU has the only program in the Northwest with all six communication sequences: advertising, broadcasting, communication, journalism, public relations, and organizational communication.

Career

Graduates of this program are uniquely prepared for careers in human resources, community/international development, community relations and mediation, cultural and diversity needs assessment, international education programs, customer relations, sales/account representation, employee relations, management, training and development, political organizing, and international mediation, among others.

A communication degree is also good preparation for graduate professional programs such as law school.