Our program is student-centered with small classes and personal advising.  The courses in Communication Studies are designed to prepare you for a rapidly changing world. Our program offers flexibility in career choices as well as provides resources for personal development. We focus on helping you develop the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a world filled with multinational corporations, technology and changing demographics.

Our students learn such sought-after skills as:

• Effective Communication (speaking, writing, listening)
• Strong Interpersonal Skills (conflict management)
• Knowledge of Diverse Cultures (both within the U.S. and around the world)
• Problem Solving Abilities
• Analytical and Research Skills
• Teamwork (both as a team member and a team leader)

 

The Princeton Review ranked Communication Studies as one of
the Top 10 College Majors at a university! (8/21/2012)

Come Join Us!

Our courses take a broad approach to education as they encompass both historical and contemporary theories in the study of human communication. Faculty teach you how to analyze messages and audiences within multiple contexts as well as stress the importance of ethical citizenship.

We encourage participation in campus activities like the Debate team where you can learn to apply analytical skills with research and experience in public speaking. No experience is need to be on the debate team and it is open to all majors. For more information, contact the Debate Coach, Dr. Patrick Richey, KUC 312, Patrick.Richey@mtsu.edu

When you work with your adviser to discuss your academic plan of study, we highly recommend that you take an Internship as part of your program. Internships allow you to apply information from the classroom to real work situations. They help you prepare for job interviews as well as give you insights into what is expected in a work setting. For information about internships, contact Dr. Kaylene Gebert by email (Kaylene.Gebert@mtsu.edu), phone: 615-898-5263, or by going to her office in the Honor's building, room 202.

Blue Raider Debaters Debate Club Officers 2011-2012 Left- Treasurer Jessica Robinson Captain Melissa Swauncy Lieutenant Sara Page Secretary Mary Choate Historian Jackie Smith -Right

Pick a major that helps you develop the skills and abilities to be a Leader!