The department’s student media oversee The Bison newspaper, Petit Jean yearbook, HU16 television station, VideoWorks and KVHU 95.3/AM1660 radio stations. Students who volunteer or are hired for staff positions gain invaluable experience to apply to their future careers as well as a solid portfolio to present to future employers.
Pivot Creative Studio is a student-run, full-service creative agency within the Department of Communication. Our mission is to provide organizations with fresh strategies and innovative perspectives that assist clients in reaching their branding goals.
The Integrated Marketing Communication Organization is focused on providing experiences through projects, fundraisers, conferences, professional trips and community service that will enhance marketing-communication skills. This student-led organization is open to all connected majors.
Public relations specialists play a pivotal role in managing and enhancing the public image and reputation of clients across various industries. A firm will give you the opportunity to work with a variety of clients, tailoring strategies to meet their individual needs. You'll be involved in campaign development, media relations, content creation, crisis management and more.
As a PR specialist for a corporation, you'll focus your strategies on addressing the company's specific needs. You'll have a chance to develop a deeper knowledge of the organization's goals and values and integrate them into campaigns that address their target audience.
In government agencies or nonprofit organizations, public relations can be even more nuanced as public perception is more closely tied to success. As a PR specialist, you'll be essential to building public trust, fostering transparency and advancing organizational goals through strategic communication that aligns with the institution's mission and values.
Professor of Communication
Assistant Dean of the Honors College
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