Long Island Communication Studies Major

Long Island Communication Studies Major

Get ready for a successful future with a degree in communication studies from St. Joseph's University, New York.

Our B.A. in Communication Studies offers three dynamic areas of study: theatre, communication studies and media, and organizational and professional communication. In each area, students take on specialized courses that help prepare them for successful careers.

In our theatre area, students get ready for a multitude of possibilities, including graduate study, careers in the performing arts or entering into such creative professions as writing, advertising and teaching. Students in our communication studies and media area learn how to effectively adapt and communicate across multiple mediums, preparing them for a career that has the potential to span various forms of media. 

By enrolling in the organization and professional communication area, you can make practical use of the skills learned via an internship opportunity as well as carry them into your professional career, regardless of your field. 

Sel BaskurtAlison Grega-Jacques ’13

B.A. in Speech Communication, SJNY
M.A. in Strategic Communication
Current Coordinator of Academic Affairs Operations at SJNY

"I loved the versatility of the Communication Studies program at SJNY! Not only did it give me skills that helped me in my personal life, it also prepared me for graduate study and highlighted how successful communication is beneficial in every industry. Learning about nonverbal cues, active listening, and building a professional presence has made me a much more confident and effective communicator. My professional communication course sticks with me in particular, as it taught me to treat every interaction with purpose."

The Long Island Communication Studies Major Experience

Pair it with a Minor: Our communication studies major pairs well with such minors as business administration, English, marketing, political science, psychology and sociology.

 

Find Research and Internship Opportunities: Conduct research and present at conferences across the country. Engage in meaningful internship opportunities throughout the New York metropolitan area.

 

Extensive Career Options: Prepare for a career in speech-language pathology or audiology; in the performing or creative arts; or in a professional setting, including Fortune 500 companies, nonprofit agencies, athletics, health and government agencies, or sales. 

Communication Studies Major Specialization Areas

Theatre

This specialization explores various aspects of theatre, including opportunities to participate in theatre productions, internships and related activities. Students who complete this specialization move forward prepared for graduate study or professional careers in fields including educational theatre, theatre management and production, law; public relations; and more. 

Communication Studies and Media

Students completing this specialization will explore the connections between communication and media as they develop effective communication skills for use in a variety of settings and media. With hands-on experience and internship opportunities, students graduate prepared for careers and graduate level study in the areas of social media, sports communication, public relations, politics, journalism, and more. 

Organizational and Professional Communication

Gain essential knowledge and practical experience in effective professional communication. Complete an internship and take courses from both Business and Communication, a combination that prepares you to move smoothly from our program into graduate study or your chosen professional field with confidence.