Real-World Projects. Real-World Results.
Major: Communication and Media Studies
Minor: Communication and Media Studies
From TikTok and Instagram to the subject of your favorite podcast, the cover of your favorite newspaper, and the streamer whose content you just can’t miss, we live in a dynamic, media-rich environment that’s constantly calling out for fresh voices and new perspectives. Whether you're drawn to social media, digital strategy, content creation, advertising, PR, broadcasting, or other media-related careers, the Department of Communication and Media Studies helps prepare you with the tools to succeed.
Expert faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom will give you the theoretical foundation and practical experience to stand out. From news and business to entertainment, sports, and politics, our combination of traditional classroom learning and hands-on experiences through internships with organizations like the Philadelphia Eagles, State Farm, and the National Hockey League will have you up on your feet leading and learning from day one, helping you graduate with a resume that’s as strong as you are.
Today’s employers are looking for savvy storytellers and strategic thinkers. Through a series of carefully curated experiences, you'll explore how messages are created, shared, and received, both on social media and in traditional media. You’ll network with guest speakers from companies like Netflix, Disney, and Pfizer. You’ll create advertising and publicity campaigns for local and national organizations. Whether you’re creating content, devising business strategy, running events, or providing game coverage, every day in the Department of Communication and Media studies is an adventure.
The communication field proposes another distinct advantage: job security. The U.S. Department of Labor Statistics reports that the demand for media and communication professionals is increasing steadily, with a median salary of $70,300 in 2024, significantly higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $49,500.
In a world where we’re constantly connected and surrounded by media, knowing how to communicate effectively is of paramount importance to employers. As new trends and platforms emerge, it is more important than ever for students to immerse themselves in the study of media and communication.
Student Opportunities
- Learn from expert faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom.
- Engage in a curriculum that speaks to your interests and includes a balance of inquiry and hands-on experiences.
- Build a portfolio through internships, research opportunities, and more.
- Network with guest speakers from prestigious companies.
- Strengthen your resume by working on media projects across campus or by becoming a tutor for other communication students.
- Set a goal for induction into Lycoming’s chapter of Lambda Pi Eta, the National Communication Association’s honor society.
Why Lycoming?
- Low student-to-faculty ratios allow for individualized feedback and careful assistance from faculty.
- A forward-thinking program anticipates rapid changes in the industry.
- A focus on media convergence enables students to gain a comprehensive perspective that employers want.
- An elevated understanding of tactical and soft skills enables students to become nimble thinkers in a field that’s constantly evolving.
- The opportunity to augment the communication degree with a variety of other majors allows students the opportunity not only to gain knowledge, but the ability to communicate it effectively.
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