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Fields of Study

Communication

In this age of complex, global communication, people who can present ideas and information accurately, dynamically, and persuasively are transforming the world. WSU is a leader in communication education, offering several fields of study designed to help you succeed in the ever-expanding world of communication.

Majors

Minors

Certificates

Specializations

Other Campuses

Hands-on practice. Professional experience.

In the University's communication-related majors, you'll study the theories behind communication and persuasion — and put them right into action.

In addition to the hands-on practice built into your classes, you can get true professional experience right here at WSU before you graduate.

Just a few of the opportunities to hone your professional skills right here at WSU:

Cable 8 Productions, which features one of the few nightly, fully student-run news broadcasts in the country, in addition to a full slate of student-produced television programming

The award-winning Daily Evergreen newspaper

KUGR FM radio

Cougar Communications Group and the Advertising Club, student groups that function as small-scale professional agencies

A top communication program

The Edward R. Murrow College of Communication is one of the top 25 communication programs in the nation.

4th in the nation for broadcast journalism.
The #1 public relations sequence in the northwest.
Student television productions frequently win national and regional Emmy awards.
Student journalists frequently win awards for writing, reporting, and photography. The Daily Evergreen was named the Northwest's best campus newspaper in 2014.

The Murrow College offers several student clubs that provide hands-on experience, and also helps communication majors find internships in a variety of places — from local and regional organizations to major media outlets in Seattle, Chicago, San Francisco, and New York.