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What Can You Do With a Communication Degree?

Earning your ASU communication degree will open doors for you into a wide variety of career fields, or prepare you for graduate school.

Our graduates can expect to find work as communications consultants, teachers, social media managers and content creators, and in public relations, advertising, corporate video production and the broadcast industry.

  • <blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “My favorite memory was joining the Ram Radio.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Jerald Sisemore</strong>, Class of 2026</p> </blockquote>
  • <blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “My favorite class at ASU has been Visual Communications. Not only did I get to be creative in different aspects, but it taught me several useful ways to bring media and advertising into the agriculture realm.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Jaelynn Page</strong>, Class of 2021, Agricultural Science and Leadership</p> </blockquote>
  • <blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “Ram TV Director Donald Plachno really impacted the way I view my work and gave me creative ways to get better as I prepared for life after college.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Dylan Jimenez</strong>, Class of 2019, B.A. in Communication</p> </blockquote>
  • <blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “I love working at ASU because I always enjoy putting live remotes on within the Houston Harte University Center for the student body to see what the radio station is about and decide if they want to peruse a radio show.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Jacob Tucker</strong>, Class of 2023</p> </blockquote>
  • <blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “At Angelo State the smaller class sizes are ideal! It makes connecting with your peers and professors much easier.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Amadeo Vasquez</strong>, Communication, Class of 2027</p> </blockquote>
  • <blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “I chose Angelo State because of the class size, location, price, and most importantly, the community!”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Amadeo Vasquez</strong>, Communication, Class of 2027</p> </blockquote>
  • <blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “ASU (especially the Comm department) has amazing professors who understand that life happens, and they don’t judge you for it.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Senora Scott</strong>, Class of 2021, M.A. in Communication</p> </blockquote>

Why Earn My Communication Degree at Angelo State?

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On-Campus Media Outlets

Gain hands-on experience in our on-campus Ram TV station, Ram TV Sports Broadcasting program, Ram Radio internet radio station and/or Ram Page student newspaper. You can also intern at local companies, nonprofit agencies, media outlets, production companies and advertising agencies.

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Networking Opportunities

Network with media professionals at campus, state and regional seminars. You can also study media while you enjoy European culture in our summer study abroad program.

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Research Opportunities

Explore the many aspects of print, broadcast and visual media communications as you prepare for your career as a communication professional. Present your research and course projects in the department’s Research & Creative Activity Showcase and/or at local, state or regional conferences.


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    Challenge Yourself

    Take your education to the next level in the ASU Honors Program. Through special courses, cultural events, research and community engagement, we’ll help you transform your intellectual and personal talents into marketable skills for your future. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in prestigious internships, fellowships and other programs to reach your full potential.

  • Committed to Your Success

    Our Freshman College is a one-stop resource for programs and services that help you transition into college life, improve your communication skills, and engage in active learning. You can also get academic help in the Math Lab and Writing Center, receive peer mentoring and tutoring through Supplemental Instruction, or set up online tutoring sessions.