Department of Communication
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Why consider a major or a minor in Communications at Purdue North Central?
Communications is an area of study that opens up many doors, yet closes very few. Graduates can be found working in organizations of all shapes and sizes. Classes are relatively small, so the courses are more personal. In addition, the department places great emphasis on service learning, with several courses containing a service learning component. This means that students obtain real world work experience with community organizations meeting community needs at the same time they are fulfilling course objectives. The department also encourages qualified students to pursue internship opportunities.
Communications faculty place an emphasis on real-world applications. In addition to the case studies and in-depth class discussions, students can participate in the student newspaper, The Voice, oral interpretation presentations to the public, a variety of exciting service learning opportunities, and internships with important organizations.
Communications involves a broad area of study that may lead to job opportunities in a wide range of fields. Communications majors study the creation, sending, receiving and interpreting of messages in a variety of contexts including interpersonal, small group, and public speaking. The focus is on the development of critical awareness, analysis and persuasion skills. Because of the department’s commitment to community involvement, most majors will participate in various service learning projects in a variety of community settings.
Key Strengths and Skill Sets:
- Effective public speaking skills
- Strong writing for press releases and promotional materials
- Persuasive skills
- Critical thinker
- Effective under deadline
- Attention to detail
- Creative
- Able to gather and process data
- Research strengths
- Works independently or in teams
- Understanding of diversity issues
Related Career Opportunities Across a Range of Industries:
In Business:
Event Planning Specialist
Manager
Presenter
Public Relations Officer
Recruiter
Sales Representative
Speech Writer
Technical Writer
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In TV/Radio/Print Journalism:
Actor
Advertising Copywriter
Electronic Publications Specialist
Sports Promoter
Newswriter
Public Relations Writer
Reporter
Programmer
Author |
In the Nonprofit Sector:
Administrator
Grant writer
Volunteer coordinator |
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In Government and Law:
Campaign Manager
Elected Official
Lobbyist
Media Specialist
Speech Writer
Planning director
Recreation Coordinator
Youth Worker |
Learn more about what you can do with a communications degree and explore important web links
The Department of Communication Announces Two Important Special Topics Courses!
Rotation of Courses
Plan of Study
Contact the Department of Communication
Department of Communication
Purdue University North Central
Technology Building, Room 264
1401 S. U.S. 421
Westville, IN 46391
Dr. Scott Smithson
Department Chair
ssmithson@pnc.edu
Phone: (219) 785-5356
Fax: (219) 785-5662
Email Contact:
Jean-Ann Morton
College of Liberal Arts
Secretary, Departments of Communication and English & Modern Languages
jmorton@pnc.edu
AIM: pncmortonja
TECH 353, Ext. 5202
COM Fax: 219-785-5662
E&ML Fax: 219-785-5518
Phone:
(219) 785-5253
Toll-Free in Indiana: (800) 872-1231 ext. 5253
Fax Number: (219) 785-5662
