Mass Communication
College of Humanities and Social Sciences | Academic Programs
We prepare students to become engaged, knowledgeable, and ethical communicators, advocates, and storytellers. We inspire students to embrace media technologies, create diverse stories, think critically about media institutions, and foster the public good by advancing socially responsible mass communication through education, research, and service.
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Potential Career Opportunities
Professional prospects in Mass Communication are more than the traditional newspaper editor and journalist jobs. Research, write, edit, and produce in-depth reports for radio, television, blogs, or social media. Gain hands-on experience in public relations, journalism, and website administration through both the campus newspaper (MSU Reporter) and independent campus radio station (KMSU).
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Audrey Hopwood, Health Communication Minor
"Working with patients, I need to be able to communicate effectively. ... As a dentist I will be able to actively use these skills throughout my day.
McKenna Fury, Mass Communication
"The Mass Communication program is special because the professors really care about their students and everyone is passionate about what they teach.."
Maria Ly, Mass Communication
"Minnesota State University, Mankato has given me a vast array of learning experiences, opportunities, and a networking platform..."
Tiana Tran, Health Communication Minor
"There are so many ways health information can be written, interpreted, and understood. Health Communication helps me identify these aspects and present them to my audience."
Katie Leibel, Mass Communication
"...They are the most supportive group of people I have ever met.”
Gage Cureton, Mass Communication
"In my opinion, what makes the College...special is the diversity of programs and students/faculty that hold a wide array of abilities and interests...”
Mass Communication Degree Programs
Professional prospects in Mass Communication are more than the traditional newspaper editor and journalist jobs. Research, write, edit, and produce in-depth reports for radio, television, blogs, or social media. Gain hands-on experience in public relations, journalism, and website administration.
Student Resources
Links to various student resources for Mass Communication students.
Mass Communication Faculty & Staff
Faculty and staff contact information for the Department of Mass Communication.
