Undergraduate Program in Journalism & Media Communication
The Department of Journalism and Media Communication invites you to explore the evolving landscape of storytelling, journalism, media production, public relations, social media, advertising, and content creation. Through hands-on production, internships, research projects, and interdisciplinary study, you'll develop the skills and perspectives needed to navigate an ever-changing media landscape.
Media that connects. Stories that matter.
B.A. in Journalism & Media Communication
As a major in journalism and media communication, you’ll examine how media informs, influences, and connects people across communities and contexts. The program builds your skills in storytelling, production, strategy, and communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences.
The degree offers four focus areas so you can build your expertise in what interests you most: Journalism and Storytelling, Media Production, Public Relations and Advertising, and Science Communication.
Why Study Journalism & Media Communication?
Our department is where creativity, technology, and storytelling come together. At CSU, you'll learn to engage audiences across a rapidly changing media environment. Our hands-on teaching philosophy means your work and voice matter in every project, story, and conversation you are a part of.
You’ll produce original content and engage with communities beyond the classroom, guided by nationally recognized faculty who bring research expertise and professional experience to their teaching. With state-of-the-art computer labs, a TV studio, a podcast studio, and professional equipment available for student use, you’ll have the resources to bring your ideas to life. The curriculum covers not just the how but the why of effective media communication, grounding your technical skills in ethics, audience awareness, and a deeper understanding of how media shape public life. You’ll graduate ready to communicate with purpose and adapt as the media world evolves.
Careers
A degree in journalism and media communication prepares you for a broad and growing range of career paths. Alumni go on to work in newsrooms, public relations, entertainment, and beyond, applying the skills and experiences developed through the program in ways that make a difference. The discipline is versatile, and your ability to gather information, shape narratives, and reach audiences will be relevant across every industry where media communication plays a role.
Advising Information
Are you a current student who would like to learn more about adding or completing a journalism and media communication major?
Schedule an appointment with one of our dedicated Academic Success Coordinators by contacting the College of Liberal Arts Academic Support Center.
Minors
The Department of Journalism and Media Communication offers six minors open to students in any major. Our minors include Music, Stage, and Sports Production; Media Studies; Journalistic Reporting and Storytelling; Science Communication; Content Creation; and Information Science and Technology. These minors help you build your media communication skills alongside your primary field of study.
Student Media
Our department encourages you to get involved with Rocky Mountain Student Media. This student-run media organization gives CSU students the opportunity to gain valuable on-the-job training while providing news, entertainment, and other content to the CSU and Fort Collins communities.
Facilities
Our facilities are designed to support the full range of work you will do as a journalism and media communication student. The equipment room offers professional-grade cameras, microphones, and lighting gear, while five computer labs support everything from design to video editing. A dedicated podcast studio and TV studio also gives you space to produce your own work, ensuring you graduate with hands-on experience using industry-standard equipment and software.
Next Steps
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