Communication Department Advising Guides:
- If you want to work in interpersonal communication
- If you want to work in human resources
- If you want to work in public relations
- If you want to be a print journalist
- If you want to be a broadcast journalist
- If you want to work in new media technologies or web design
- If you want to work in advertising
- If you want to work in theatre
A degree in Communication opens doors to a number of careers. These include but are not limited to:
- Print or broadcast news reporters
- Directors of public relations/communication
- Graphic artists & web designers
- Photographers
- Executives in non-profit organizations
- Independent consultants
- Communication instructors
- Multi-media specialists
- Human resource directors
- University administrators
In addition, some graduates go on to pursue the Master’s degree in Communication at UIS or another institution to enhance their career potential.
To get a better idea of what to expect from a UIS Communication degree, check out this list of some employers who have hired recent graduates:
- State of Illinois
- Ohio University
- City of Springfield
- State Journal-Register
- Horace Mann Insurance Companies
- American Red Cross
- WICS Channel 20 & WAND Channel 17
- WSEC Television
- Ketchum Public Relations
- U.S. Senators Dick Durbin & Barack Obama
- FBI
