Communications, Majors in the School of
The study of communication at Grand Valley State University emphasizes a broad understanding of the field combined with a solid knowledge of specific technical and professional skills. Studies in the School of Communications include classroom lectures and discussion, research projects, individual and team presentations, and many other professional and academic activities.
Program Overview
The School of Communications offers a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in the following majors:
- Advertising and Public Relations
- Communication Studies
- Health Communication
- Multimedia Journalism
Why Study in the School of Communications at Grand Valley?
- The study of communications at Grand Valley emphasizes a broad understanding of the field combined with a solid knowledge of specific technical skills.
- Foregrounding a liberal arts context, emphasis is placed on learning-by-doing.
- Students participate in a variety of creative/learning and professional activities in their major field of study.
- State-of-the-art facilities support current and emergent technologies and enhance student competence in their use.
- Students have the opportunity to complete an internship in a professional setting related to their specific field of study.
Helpful Links
For More Information
School of Communications
gvsu.edu/soc
290 Lake Superior
Hall
(616) 331-3668
Coursework
Majors gain communication skills and study a variety of core communications topics, including:
- Concepts of communication
- Communication ethics
- Media and society
- Speech
- Storymaking
- Communication theory
In addition, students take specialized coursework to complete their particular major program requirements.
The School of Communications also offers a masters in Communications degree. For more details, see gvsu.edu/gs/.
Career Options
Career opportunities vary per major choice. Visit gvsu.edu/soc for details or gvsu.edu/acadprograms for information on each major.
“I couldn't help myself. Once I took an introductory communications course at GVSU, I was hooked. I love the subject of communication studies because it’s not only incredibly fascinating, but also entirely relevant to my career, my personal life and everything in between.”
COMMUNICATIONS ALUMNA