BA Communication Studies

The primary objective of the Communication Studies Program is to provide a curriculum for the student interested in developing communication skills. Students may select a variety of majors and/or minors which include communication studies, communication studies: theatre arts, communication studies: broadcasting and digital media, and communication studies: public relations emphasis. A Communication Arts and Literature major when coupled with professional education requirements leads to teacher licensure by the State of Minnesota.

The philosophy of the Communication Studies Program emphasizes student initiative, creativity, and responsible involvement. Classes are structured to provide a solid philosophical, historical, theoretical, and practical basis for the discipline selected. All students who complete a major/minor are required to maintain a portfolio of their speech coursework throughout their years of study.

These programs offer many extracurricular and co-curricular activities which are open to all students regardless of their major. Southwest Minnesota State University Communication Studies graduates can be found in teaching, broadcasting, digital media, theatre, public relations, business, law, and all walks of life where the ability to communicate is essential.

Note: A grade of “C-” or better is required for major/minor coursework applied toward a degree from the Communication Studies Program.