You have a way with words, whether written or spoken. And that ability to communicate effectively can take you in countless directions career-wise. UIndy has a philosophy of learning through doing, so the communication program provides opportunities to create real public relations plans, work on real TV and radio stations, or cover real stories for an award-winning newspaper. Truly, you'll be equipped to be a communicator that people listen to.
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As a communication major, you will choose one track that best fits your talents and interests.
The media track prepares you for a career in television or radio broadcasting. From your first semester here, you’ll have hands-on experience in addition to classroom work, including writing, production, and on-air talent. UIndyTV is broadcast across public access cable television stations all over the Indianapolis area, while WICR-FM (88.7) is our noncommercial public radio station. The tailored nature of this program allows you to focus your education in TV, radio, or both.
No matter what career path you take, being a good communicator will be to your advantage, whether it’s verbal, nonverbal, or written communication. The communication studies track provides you with a well-rounded understanding of rhetoric and audience awareness, giving you the skills to be an effective communicator. Hands-on learning opportunities include being part of UIndy’s award-winning speech team, which competes around the state and nation.
As a public relations professional, you will use strategic communication to build and maintain positive relationships with all parties associated with a company or organization. And with your education at UIndy, you will come out with professional experience on your resume thanks to our award-winning, full-service PR agency, Top Dog Communication. All PR students work on projects for real clients through this agency and also have opportunities for internships thanks to our proximity to downtown Indianapolis.
To thrive as a journalist, you must be able to master both traditional newsgathering and writing skills as well as the digital-media skills needed for the mobile world. UIndy’s award-winning journalism program fosters professional and academic growth as you get prepared for the evolving field of mass media and mass communication. You’ll get practical experience in reporting, writing, editing, photography, and layout/design by working for The Reflector, UIndy’s student-run online and print newspaper.
The sports communication track lets you combine your love of the game with your talents in communication. Specifically, a sports information specialist relies on PR and journalism skills, preparing you for responsibilities such as compiling statistics, writing press releases, or coordinating interviews with the media. Having access to the many professional teams located right here in Indianapolis enhances your academic experience.
UIndy Theatre is an experiential training ground, allowing students to be involved as professionals in the running of a vibrant theatre company, while balancing academic work that strengthens their focus as practitioners of theatre. Each year, UIndy Theatre presents a variety of productions including professional productions, Artist Showcases, Senior Capstones, Musicals, and full-length plays. This provides students numerous opportunities to be onstage and gain experience backstage.
UIndy was an overwhelming first choice. The Communication Department offers so many opportunities for students—even as freshmen. The ability to get hands-on, applied experience my first semester was invaluable.
These curriculum guides outline the classes you'll need to take as a Communication major with a concentration in electronic media. The general education curriculum guide lists your class options and requirements to fulfill UIndy's general education requirements, while the Communication curriculum guide lists the classes needed for the Communication core and your concentration area. You'll need to look at both guides to get a complete picture of what classes you'll take at UIndy.