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# School of Communications
The world of communications is complex, ever-changing and demanding, but also rewarding for those who are well prepared. In just the past decade, mobile computing and social media have revolutionized communications, interactions and relationships. Everyone is a publisher. Access is constant. Real-time data and analytics provide audience insight, enabling communications optimization. If you're up for working in this new world of communications, Quinnipiac is the perfect place to start.
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## By the Numbers
### 95.4% Success Rate
Percentage of 2023 graduating seniors from the School of Communications who have jobs, are continuing their education or are starting their own companies within 6 months of graduation (86.9% Knowledge Rate).
### +109K In Demand
Over 109,500 media and communications job openings are expected each year, on average, through 2033 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).
### 180 Internship Locations
The number of locations where communications students interned across the country during the 2019-20 academic year.
## A new world of opportunity
We are witness to an explosion of digital platforms. The need for content creators and communications leaders that can impact audiences at the right time is greater than ever. At Quinnipiac’s School of Communications, our point of difference is clear. Whether you see yourself as a film producer, web designer, sports reporter or public relations professional — or some combination of the above — our programs will teach you how to deliver sophisticated content across all platforms.
Guided by our award-winning faculty members who are industry leaders in film, media, design, journalism, advertising, sports and public relations, we provide an education that closely tracks what the markets require. We offer a wide variety of experiential learning opportunities so you can apply your knowledge and foster strong relationships with top companies, helping you gain skills to land your first job.
Why choose the School of Communications? Hear from some of our students on what drove them to become a Bobcat.
## Why Quinnipiac?
Students share five reasons why they chose Quinnipiac's School of Communications.
## From Classroom to Career
Discover how our alumni went from being students to becoming leaders in their field through their experience with the School of Communications.
### From Quinnipiac to the Emmys®: Jazzy’s Story
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### Shaping Family Guy with Creativity: Michael's Story
### Google + Quinnipiac = Ambition Unleashed: Sam’s Story
## Career Opportunities
Our degrees in communications position graduates for a growing number of specialized and in-demand opportunities. Below is just a small sampling of what you can do with a degree from the School of Communications at Quinnipiac.
By pursuing any of our degree programs, students gain valuable skills suited for a wide array of career moves in the entertainment industry, journalism, digital design, advertising and many other areas.
### Do you want to get into the action of sports?
At Quinnipiac, we understand that the world of sports communication is dynamic and demanding, requiring a unique blend of skills and hands-on experience. From internship opportunities and engagement with industry experts to coverage of collegiate and professional sporting events, you'll gain the practical knowledge and real-world exposure you need to excel in the sports industry.
**Potential Roles**
* Sports Journalist
* Sports Relations Manager
* Athletics Communications Manager
* Sports Radio Host
* Sports Content Producer
### Do you want to be the voice of a company?
Our programs are carefully crafted to provide students with immersive experiences and practical skills needed for success in the ever-evolving world of digital communication. From internships with leading companies and organizations to real-world projects that put theory into practice, we empower our students to navigate the complex landscape of social media management, content creation and online community engagement.
* Social Media Manager
* Director of Public Relations
* Content Strategist
* Copywriter
* Communications Director
* Publicist
### Do you want to craft the visual identity of a brand?
* Art Director
* Graphic Designer
* Multimedia Artist
* Photojournalist
* Video Producer
* Web Designer
**Degrees and Programs**
**Experiential Learning Opportunities**
* Student run organizations such as Quinnipiac Film Society and Q30
* Student employment and internship opportunities
* Interactions with 
### Do you want to develop the digital identity of a company?
* Digital Content Strategist
* Production Assistant
* Public Relations Specialist
* Multimedia Developer
* Student run organizations such as Q30
## All-digital media production environment
### Unleash your creativity in state-of-the-art facilities
At Quinnipiac you’ll find a nearly unmatched combination of high-touch resources, high-tech facilities and a high-powered location.
Our all-digital media production environment resources and opportunities you need to master the specialized and increasingly technical skills required by employers in the fields of media and communications.
**You'll have access to:**
* 90+ media workstations with advanced technology such as the Adobe Master Suite, Movie Magic and AP ENPS (Electronic News Production System)
* An array of 4K cameras and a full complement of lighting, audio, steady rigs and gimbals, and assorted grip equipment
* 4K media production collaboration suites with 4K monitoring and DaVinci color correction
* Three  with robotic cameras to create exciting video podcasts
* An  that provides students with a live, remote experience, using the latest, automated, touch-screen technology
* , a first-rate production facility equipped with industry standard technology for hands-on training in all aspects of television, film, journalism and multimedia production.
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## A passionate community of storytellers
The School of Communications fosters a vibrant, collaborative community of passionate individuals dedicated to their craft. You'll build strong connections in and out of the classroom, engaging in opportunities to apply your knowledge, gain hands-on experience and prepare for your first job.
**You'll experience:**
*  — a full-service, student-run interdisciplinary firm that takes on real projects from real clients
* , including Q30 Television, The Quinnipiac Chronicle, PRSSA, Women in Film, AIGA and QBSN
*  to cover our D1 athletics on ESPN, intern with a network of alumni or major in our new 
* Faculty-led international trips to , , , Poland, Germany and more
* , open to any major and offered each semester and in the summer
* , an initiative that teaches students how to expand inclusion of people with different abilities, both in careers and content representation
## Quinnipiac Today
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QU in DC student in nation's capital for inauguration
Journalism student receives $10,000 Abelson Scholarship
Alumna helps light up Times Square as part of iconic New Year’s Eve ball-drop
Student-run agency honored at PRSA Mercury Awards
Quinnipiac Poll Signature Experience offers students valuable perspectives, insights
## Connecting Students and Alumni
The School of Communications’ Alumni Advisory Board provides our students with connections and professional opportunities around the globe. Members of the Alumni Advisory Board bring decades of experience and leadership and provide crucial insight into a broad scope of communications industries in film, graphic design, journalism, media strategy and public relations. They also act as liaisons to a number of leading organizations.
## Our Strategic Plan
The School of Communications has developed a five-year strategic plan that focuses on the student experience. We’re proud of what the school has accomplished during its first 20 years of operation and look ahead with excitement as we help our students become the communicators of the future.
## Committed to Diversity and Inclusion
### Our Mission
#### Our Mission
The mission of the School of Communications is to educate communications professionals. We prepare active citizens with the tools to be self-reflective critical thinkers, creative problem-solvers and transformative storytellers.
### Our Values
#### Our Values
The School of Communications faculty and staff believe that the voices of all people should be heard, and that any ensuing debate be based on considered thought and evidence and without any dehumanizing words or actions.
We believe that educating communications professionals must happen in an environment that is grounded in respect for different cultures and experiences.
We believe in justice, equality and compassion as principles that guide our decisions and actions.
We believe in practicing an ethics of care that responds to the needs of each individual in our community.
We believe that our curricula and classrooms should be inclusive spaces where everyone should feel comfortable to bring their whole selves.
We believe that students, faculty and staff should reflect the diversity of our society and that they should see themselves represented in the materials that we teach.
We acknowledge the institutionalized inequalities that limit access to higher education and the ways in which the school has benefited from them, including the indigenous land on which Quinnipiac University stands.
### Our Commitment
#### Our Commitment
The School of Communications reaffirms its commitment to equalizing access to education for all students and will provide resources, recruitment tools and programs to mitigate the challenges that marginalized students face in higher education.
The school will engage in a continual process of self-examination and adaptation that recognizes the ways in which we participate in and benefit from the current system.
The school will educate students who will be active citizens, eager to join in the building of democracy, and equipped to identify and fight against injustice.
The school will regularly evaluate and inspect our curriculum to ensure it is inclusive and designed to provide students with the concepts and vocabulary they need to effectively communicate in a multicultural society.
The school will participate in a continuing process of growth that is transparent and accountable to all members of our community.
### Explore Summer Experiences & Courses
Summer is the best time to accelerate progress toward achieving your academic, professional and personal goals. This is why Quinnipiac is offering a growing list of engaging summer experiences and courses designed to help a diverse group of people of all ages explore their passions.
### Continuing and Executive Education
Lifelong learners stay current with, bring advances to and create readiness for the drastic changes in technology, industry and communities around the world. Our array of online, on-campus and hybrid programs — including open enrollment programs and custom solutions for organizations — address market needs and give working professionals and executives the specialized skills and training you need to advance your career.
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## Contact the School of Communications
We’re always here to help provide additional information and answer any questions you may have.
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