Why Major in Communications?

We live in an information age that is constantly messaging. Simply having access to vast amounts of information alongside the ability to transmit endless streams of data does not help us make sense of the world. Making sense of the world happens when we tell great stories and create shared meaning between people.

At CMU, we believe that expanding creative potential involves using critical thinking and analytical skills to examine the ways society tells stories and communicates values. We also know that group and interpersonal communication skills are essential to navigating the complexities of human relationships in goal-oriented environments.

Our programs help students enhance their communication skills, expand their ability to evaluate and produce stories, and engage in experiential learning with industry leaders. We provide strategic industry partnerships as stepping-stones into future employment through course-level projects and intensive practicum placements. In these ways and many others, Communications and Media programs at CMU prepare students for meaningful work as creative communicators in non-profit organizations, media industries, church, and business.