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Students who become communication majors have the opportunity to build a versatile and adaptable set of communication skills. The Department of Communication offers five majors reflecting different areas of contemporary communication:

The department also offers two asynchronous/online degree programs:

Each major provides students with opportunities to build versatile and adaptable communication skills that enable them to engage and communicate effectively with the evolving world. Small class sizes provide opportunities for students to connect with faculty and classmates. Students are encouraged to develop their voice as they explore different ways to communicate meaningfully through the stories they tell.

Students can broaden their educational experience by participating in award-winning, student-led organizations, such as; AppTV90.5 WASU-FMThe AppalachianSecond Story MediaThe Peel and PRSSA

Alumni of the communication department work in careers across different communication and business sectors including: advertising, media production, journalism (print and broadcast), radio, public relations, nonprofit communications, internal communications within a company, sales, and law.

Quick links to information about the communication department:

 

Learn more about recent accomplishments and accolades.

Students

Students of The Peel and The Appalachian with NCCMA Awards
BOONE, NC - The Appalachian student-run news organization and The Peel Literature & Arts Review, the student-run literary and arts publication, have been recognized as two of the best college...

Alumni

Moss Brennan
Hired at the Watauga Democrat in January 2021, Moss Brennan was promoted to the position of editor of the Watauga Democrat newspaper effective Sept. 2.

Faculty/Staff

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Appalachian State University's College of Fine and Applied Arts recently hosted its 3rd annual Celebration of Excellence, an event dedicated to recognizing its faculty, staff, and students'...

Latest News

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Welcome Dave Blanks as the new Student Media Director and Advisor for WASU FM

The College of Fine and Applied Arts is pleased to welcome Dave Blanks as the new Student Media Director and Advisor for WASU FM, beginning his role o...

Two PR students at their respective internships.

AppState Students Hone Their Sports PR Skills During Competitive Summer Internships

Two App State public relations students are making their mark and learning their craft while completing internships in the popular and competitive are...

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App State EM/B Alumnus Wins National Award

NC STATE UNIVERSITY'S ERROL K. SEAVER VOTED 2025 BOB MATEY NATIONAL VIDEO COORDINATOR OF THE YEARThe Collegiate Sports Video Association voted Errol K...