Department of Communication and Mass Media

In the Department of Communication and Mass Media, you can choose the program that fits your specific interests. Our department also runs the ASU student media outlets.

Programs

Communication

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communication
B.A. in Communication with Secondary Teacher Certification

In Person

A communication degree will prepare you for immediate jobs in corporate communications, teaching, advertising, public relations and new media.

Communication M.A.

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Communication

Online

The communication master’s degree will enhance your human and organizational communication skills to advance your career or continue your education.

Mass Media

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Mass Media
B.A. in Mass Media with Secondary Teacher Certification

In Person

The mass media degree is a media communications program that will prepare you for a wide variety of media careers.

More Options

Leadership & Organizational Communication Certificate
The online Leadership & Organizational Communication Certificate will prepare you to advance your career in any public or private organization.

Media & Professional Communication Certificate
The online Media & Professional Communication Certificate prepares you to advance to leadership positions in any professional media organization.

Department News

2025 ‘BizPitch’ Student Business Contest Winners, May 14

Ram Media Students Win Awards at State Contest, Apr 23

ASU Communication Graduate Publishes Book to Help Budding Journalists, Feb 20

<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I enjoy working at Ram TV because I have access to equipment I never would’ve gotten to use.” Dietrich Sandley, Content Producer </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “There are great professors and co-workers in Ram TV. Working here is a good opportunity for me to improve my skills which can be helpful after graduating.” Siu Choi, Content Producer </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “Angelo State prepared me for a career in which I would put so much of what I learned to use.” Dea Polk, Class of 1990, Journalism </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I chose Ram TV because I like editing, and I wanted to learn more outside of class. I also wanted the opportunity to produce different content and increase my experience for my resume.” Gloria Bautista, Ram TV Producer / News Anchor </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “ASU (especially the Comm department) has amazing professors who understand that life happens, and they don’t judge you for it.” Senora Scott, Class of 2021, M.A. in Communication </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I chose Angelo State because it was close to my parents but far enough for me to be able to become independent.” Emma Phillips, Mass Media, Class of 2024 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “My first week at Angelo State was so fun! Being in a new atmosphere where everyone was so welcoming and friendly made me feel involved even on the first day.” Emma Phillips, Mass Media, Class of 2024 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I chose Angelo State because of the class size, location, price, and most importantly, the community!” Amadeo Vasquez, Communication, Class of 2027 </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I enjoy Ram TV because I can learn about the advanced video production process and make my own videos for my future career. It’s very helpful for me to improve my skills.” Eunjung Lee, Content Producer </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I decided to work at Ram TV because I wanted to gain all the experience I could in many different areas. I’ve spent a lot of time working with our media, and I’ve really enjoyed all of it.” Katherine Roberts, Ram TV Web Master/Associate Social Media Producer </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I chose Ram TV because I’m free to use my creativity to produce content.” Nhi Trinh, Content Producer </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “I like working with Ram TV because it allows me to get some hands-on experience with lots of current and cool equipment.” Naya Ochoa, Content Producer </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “The hands-on experience in Ram Media allowed me to get a taste of what life in that field would actually be like. It takes you beyond the classroom to learn practical and transferable skills that will benefit you in your career.” Brit Raley, Class of 2019, B.A. in Mass Media </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “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.” Dylan Jimenez, Class of 2019, B.A. in Communication </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> “Sports Broadcasting at ASU is fantastic! Not only do I get to experience broadcasting college athletics and learning new programs and skills, but I also am able to forge relationships with my peers.” Zach Turner, Ram TV Sports Cameraperson </blockquote>

Around the Department

In today’s digital world, communication is king. Your ASU degree is your ticket to join the exciting communication/mass media industry that keeps us informed, keeps us entertained, builds our websites, enhances corporate operations, and helps prepare the next generation of communication professionals.

Take a look at some other aspects of our department that make ASU an outstanding place to study communication and mass media.

Student-Run Media

Gain the hands-on experience you need in our on-campus Ram TV station, Ram Radio internet radio station or Ram Page newspaper. Help broadcast weekly shows and ASU sports, produce and/or host radio programs, or cover campus news, sports and lifestyles for our digital paper.

An Angelo State Ram Page student taking photos at a rams football game.

Student Organizations

In addition to our campus media outlets, you can join the ASU Advertising Club and the Lambda Pi Eta national communication honor society. Both groups offer various opportunities for networking and professional development.

A Ram TV Sports student broadcasting a Rams Football game

Annual Seminar

You can meet and network with local and national print and broadcast media professionals at our yearly Media and Broadcasting Seminar. We have hosted everyone from NFL broadcasters and Fox News anchors to freelance producers and iHeartRadio personalities.