Communication: Major Opportunities

Surveys show that all businesses and organizations need effective communicators. Our programs teach the skills employers are looking for in employees. These include writing, speaking, interpersonal communication, group and team communication, digital message creation, audio and video production, visual communication, critical listening, and critical thinking.

Our students graduate prepared with the skills needed to pursue dynamic Communication careers in a wide range of areas, including:

  • Public relations
  • Advertising
  • Social media marketing
  • Corporate communication
  • Training and development
  • Public administration
  • Human resources
  • Journalism
  • Technical writing
  • Media programming
  • Audio and video production
  • Law and advocacy
  • Teaching
  • Research
  • More careers...

Our small class sizes, state-of-the-art facilities, hands-on learning environments and outstanding faculty foster outstanding academics on one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation. 

Whether you aspire to develop and manage social media communication strategies, write for a political blog, report for a news outlet, run a public relations agency or better your family communications, our degree programs will prepare you for a successful and meaningful career. Learn more »

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Communication News

Signpost wins best website in SPJ contest

The Signpost won first place for Best Affiliated Website for a (Large) Four-Year University in the annual Mark of Excellence Awards for the Society of Professional Journalists in Region 9.

First class of graduate students hooded

Twenty-one students made history in April 2013 as the first graduates with a Master of Professional Communication from Weber State. The program is entering its third year.

WSU to host national debate championship

Weber State Debate will host the National Debate Coaches Association national championship on April 11-13, 2014. In 2013, WSU hosted a successful 2013 National Debate Tournament.

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Department of Communication
Weber State University

1407 University Circle
Ogden UT, 84408-1407
801-626-8924 (phone)
801-626-7975 (fax)

Physical Location
Weber State University
Ogden Campus
Elizabeth Hall
Room 330

Summer Hours
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Monday - Thursday

Fridays - By Appointment

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Weber State University, Department of Communication

Ogden, Utah 84408-1407

801-626-8924