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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> “ASU helped prepare for my job with the opportunities it provides, such as working with Ram TV. That helped me build a resume reel, gain experience writing, and obtain an internship, which further prepared me for the position I am in today.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Dylan Jimenez</strong>, Class of 2019, Multi-Media Journalist, Big 2 News, Odessa</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> “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.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Brit Raley</strong>, Class of 2019, B.A. in Mass Media</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.