Communication

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Transform Your Future with a Degree in Communication

The BA in Communication at William Peace University combines theory, practical skill-building, and experiential learning to create a comprehensive educational journey. This program is perfect for students who are excited about engaging with various media, who enjoy crafting messages, and who are keen to understand the impact of communication on society.

Our students come from all walks of life but share a common interest in exploring how effective communication can influence and inspire. If you have a knack for creative thinking, a passion for writing or speaking, and a desire to understand the complexities of human interaction, a Communication degree at Peace might be the right fit for you.

What Can You Do with a Communications Degree?

With a BA in Communication from Peace, your career possibilities are extensive and varied. Graduates from our program have gone on to secure a diverse range of communication degree jobs in numerous fields, including:

• Public Relations
• Marketing and Advertising
• Media Production
• Social Media Management

The jobs you can get with a Communications degree offer dynamic and fulfilling opportunities in areas that require strong communication skills and a deep understanding of media and messaging strategies.

Graduates with a BA in Communication from our program have successfully transitioned into roles such as Social Media Director, Communication Manager, Digital Media Specialist, and more.

Innovative Learning Experiences

Our curriculum is designed to provide hands-on learning experiences that prepare you for the evolving media landscape:

Social Interactive Media Class

Gain practical experience by managing social media for real companies and nonprofits, enhancing your skills in content creation and audience engagement.

Multimedia Storytelling

Develop multimedia productions using advanced tools and techniques, from video and lighting to sound and editing software, to tell compelling stories.

Peace Times Class

Contribute to our student-created newspaper and website, allowing you to develop your journalistic skills and publish your work.

Internship Examples

William Peace Communication students have interned:

• Boards and Commissions Office of the Governor
• Boosted Biz
• Campbell Law School
• Chekhub
• Cumberland County Schools
• Duke Athletics Department
• Grasstaken LLC
• Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce
• HDR
• High Cal Games LLC
• North Carolina General Assembly
• North Carolina Home Builders Association
• Official 3-2
• Southeast Raleigh Promise
• St.Mary’s County Health Department
• The Diversity Movement
• Trademark Properties
• William Peace University Marketing
• William Peace University Athletic Department
• YMCA of the Triangle

Communication Degree Jobs: Endless Possibilities for Peace Graduates

A Communication degree from William Peace University opens doors to a vast array of career opportunities. Peace graduates are well-prepared to navigate the diverse and dynamic job market, leveraging their skills in various roles that require effective communication strategies.

Peace alumni have successfully transitioned into roles such as Social Media Director, Communication Manager, Digital Media Specialist, and Video Journalist. Our graduates excel in environments that require innovative thinking, strategic communication, and a keen understanding of audience engagement.

The training our students receive in both written and oral communication prepares our graduates to excel in various advanced studies. Peace graduates have also been accepted into prestigious programs, including:

• Elon University, Masters of Arts in Interactive Media
• UNC Charlotte School of Law
• UNC Charlotte, Communication Studies
• Newcastle University, Newcastle, UK, Masters in Media Studies
• Huron University, London, England, Masters of Marketing

Enhance Your Major with a Communication Minor

Adding a Communications minor to your academic plan is a strategic choice that complements a wide range of majors. It equips you with essential skills in writing, public speaking, and digital communication. This foundation supports and enhances various majors by improving your ability to articulate ideas, influence others, and navigate complex media landscapes. For instance:

• Business Majors benefit from a minor in communications by acquiring skills that aid in marketing, public relations, and internal communications.
• Psychology Majors find this minor invaluable for understanding and conveying psychological concepts.
• Political Science Majors can use their communications minor to better craft compelling messages and engage with the public.

“They’ll [the Peace professors] put you to work, but they’ll be there for you, for big projects or small homework.”
Coleman Arehart ’19 Communication Major Student

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