Degree Programs in Department of Human Communication and Theatre

Students build skills in persuasion, argumentation, research, critical analysis, collaboration, leadership, and strategic communication

Coursework connects communication theory with relationships, organizations, public life, media, culture, and conflict resolution

Graduates pursue public relations, marketing, strategic communication, law, advocacy, public affairs, organizational leadership, consulting, education, and graduate study

Students examine sounds, words, sentences, meaning, language structure, communication, and culture

The minor complements fields such as psychology, anthropology, education, communication, technology, and cultural studies

Graduates apply linguistic knowledge in communication, media, education, research, technology, translation, interpretation, and graduate study

Students study acting, directing, playwriting, design, dramatic literature, production, and theatre studies

First-year students can participate in mainstage productions, student-run projects, research, and audition travel

Graduates apply theatre skills in performing arts, media, education, nonprofit organizations, arts administration, production management, and other creative fields