The Department of Communication Studies is rich with opportunities to examine the fundamental role that communication plays in the world around us. Courses in our department will help students build skills and a theoretical understanding to craft effective messages appropriate for specific audiences. Choose from an array of flexible degree programs designed to provide students the ability to tailor their curriculum to their skills and interests. Students are highly encouraged to engage in our dynamic internship program, study abroad, independent research, co-op, and top-notch student organizations. We believe our experienced faculty, professional production studios, and our calendar of annual networking events will provide students the premier experience necessary to succeed in today's competitive market.
BEA 2018
Broadcasting and Mass Communication professors Michael Riecke, Francisco Suarez, and David Crider all represented SUNY Oswego at the BEA conference in Las Vegas in April! Francisco and David presented research and served as moderators and respondents on various panels.
Faculty in the news!
Our very own Dr. Brian Moritz is gaining national recognition for his blog, SportsMediaGuy.com by the National Sports Journalism Center at Indiana University.
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Kristen Eichhorn earns distinguished teaching award
Teaching ability, helpful mentorship and service to the field of communication have earned Dr. Kristen Eichhorn, SUNY Oswego’s dean of graduate studies, the Eastern Communication Association (ECA) Distinguished Teaching Fellows award.
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Major programs
- Broadcasting and Mass Communication - BA
- Communication and Social Interaction - BA
- Journalism - BA
- Public Relations - BA
Minor programs
Graduate studies
Faculty
Communication Studies at SUNY Oswego boasts an outstanding faculty who are committed to a high standard of teaching and service to the college community. We strive to build a learning-centered community where the discovery of knowledge plays an important role in every student's academic career. You'll find Oswego faculty working closely with individual students and student organizations to further our central mission: fostering effective communication.
Media labs and studios
Spotlight
Katie VanRiper '18
Broadcasting and Mass Communication, B.A.
Growing up in Syracuse, Channel 9 News was typically on in my house. I always admired their community outreach and professionalism, so I was excited to intern there. I was taught how to work an audio board, and shadowed various production jobs!
Questions? Email Communication Studies Department Interim Chairperson Jessica Reeher
Department of Communication Studies: 1 Lanigan Hall
Phone: 315.312.2357 || Email: comm@oswego.edu