Judi Majnun Miller - Lindsey '78
I discovered the love of photography even more deeply at college and had the opportunity to use the large format camera and learn black & white as well as color development of negatives and prints.
The Communication and the Arts Community is a space where you can gain information about various areas of creative, expressive, and communication focused professions. Are you a great active listener? Do you enjoy being artistic? Are you a strong writer? These interest areas and more will apply to various opportunities that you’ll learn about in this community. Examples of jobs you may learn about in this community include digital marketers, journalists, musicians, graphic designers, and many others. You’ll receive information of relevant campus information, event opportunities, internships, jobs, industry trends, and professional development resources.
Many students are interested in pursuing areas within communication and the arts at GVSU, but aren’t sure how to get started. Here you'll find tools to help you learn more about GVSU majors and various career pathways in communication and the arts.
Getting involved and gaining experience is a great way to explore your interests, “test out” ideas, and learn more about the world of work. Getting involved can look differently. The important thing is to get excited and try something!
Some jobs and industries may require you to go beyond a bachelor’s degree to consider graduate level programs and/or licensure. For some students, they may choose to start a graduate program immediately after undergrad, while others may choose to take a gap year to gain experience before pursuing an advanced degree.
Many students are interested in pursuing areas within communication and the arts at GVSU, but aren’t sure how to get started. Here are some tools to help you learn more about GVSU majors and various pathways in communication and art careers.
Areas of interest might include advertising, public relations, copywriting, editing, journalism, broadcasting, social media, event planning, or client relations.
Areas of interest might include written and visual storytelling, advertising, creative design, directing, producing, interviewing, or photography/film.
This area might include storytelling, film/video, music, dance, theater, photography or creative writing.
Click on each career guide to obtain information about internship & volunteer sites, job titles, and skills relevant to these areas.
Check out department websites for course offerings and curriculum guides, additional career resources, relevant events, and more!
Many students are also interested in adding a nonprofit or business minor. Check out these advising centers for more information.
Minors and certificates can be a great way to demonstrate to employers that you have training in a specific area or skill set.
Check out what alumni are doing in communication and the arts to inform your own career journey.
I discovered the love of photography even more deeply at college and had the opportunity to use the large format camera and learn black & white as well as color development of negatives and prints.
My favorite memory of Grand Valley was the day that I toured campus for the first time after transferring. I immediately knew that I had made the right decision Grand Valley was home from the moment I stepped foot on campus!
My favorite Grand Valley memories were made by being a part of student organizations, especially the Humane Society of Grand Valley and the Student Environmental Coalition.
Find more Communication & the Arts Alumni on LinkedIn!
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Getting involved and gaining experience is a great way to explore your interests, “test out” ideas, and learn more about the world of work. Getting involved can look differently. The important thing is to get excited and try something!
On-campus student organizations with a professional goal are an excellent way to explore your future career and get involved in your field. For more information on the organizations below use the GVSU LakerLink.
September 29, 2024 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
All Grand Valley students and alumni are invited to attend a GVSU/JCPenney Suit-Up Event! This event will include options to participate virtually or in-person. In-person: Come to JCPenney at RiverTown...
October 1, 2024 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Are you preparing for the upcoming Fall GVSU Career and Internship Fair, but not quite sure where to start? The Career Center will be hosting a drop-in event to help you refine your resume, formulate...
October 9, 2024 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Fall Career & Internship Fair is an excellent place to kick off your job or internship search, or to begin networking with organizations looking to hire Grand Valley students and alumni of...
October 24, 2024 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Explore your future at the annual GVSU Graduate School Fair hosted by the GVSU Career Center on Tuesday, October 24, 2024, from 10:30am - 1:30pm in the Henry Hall Atrium on...
November 7, 2024 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
This free, three-course etiquette dinner is the perfect opportunity to finally learn which fork is for salad and which glass is yours. You will have the opportunity to explore Continental vs. American...
9/23/24
Writer-Editor at U.S. Customs and Border Protection
for job 9325023
U.S. Customs and Border Protection - U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Expires: 9/28/24
9/20/24
Academic Wage-Salaried: Research Program Coordinator/Project Manager
for job 9322439
Oregon State University
Expires: 10/3/24
9/20/24
Communications Internship
for job 9322064
Seven Letter
Expires: 9/30/24
9/20/24
Graphic & Brand Design Intern
for job 9321726
Aither
Expires: 9/27/24
9/20/24
24-05854 Revenue Auditor I at Kentucky Department of Revenue
for job 9320983
Kentucky Department of Revenue - Department of Revenue
Expires: 9/30/24
Check out opportunities for testing out the world of work via paid and unpaid experiences with a low time commitment.
Some jobs and industries may require you to go beyond a bachelor’s degree to consider graduate level programs and/or licensure. For some students, they may choose to start a graduate program immediately after undergrad, while others may choose to take a gap year to gain experience before pursuing an advanced degree.
Some common post-undergraduate pathways in Communication and the Arts may include:
Other common post-undergraduate pathways include:
Office Address: 200 Student Services
Phone: (616) 331-3311
Email: [email protected]
Lisa is a Career Advisor who works with students, faculty, and employers in the communications, humanities, and liberal studies programs. She also works closely with our first and second year students as they begin exploring the world of work.