School of Media & Communication
Welcome to the School of Media and Communication (SMC) at BGSU!
Majors:
Graduate Programs
- Ph.D. in Media and Communication
- M.A. Program
- Professional M.A. - Specialization in Intercultural/International Communication
- M.A. - Specialization in Social and Interactive Media
- M.A. in Media and Communication - Specialization in Strategic Communication
Minors:
Graduate Certificates:
Career paths
Students in our programs go on to careers in advertising, media sales, public relations, human relations, media production, journalism, community, service, international affairs, human resources, communications and politics. Some students continue their studies in graduate school or professional schools such as law.
FEATURED
An Overview of the Kuhlin Center
The Michael & Sara Kuhlin Center, home of the School of Media and Communication, includes state-of-the-art technologies and facilities. Read more about the facilities
Bridge the Pandemic Divide
Communication-gerontology collaboration creates community engagement project with long-term care facility in Columbus. Read more about the community engagement project
News and Stories
Louisa Ha receives Professorship of Research Excellence Award
Dr. Louisa Ha's research has focused on advertising, audience behavior, media management, media technologies, international communication, and research methods.
Falcon Forensics and Debate Team wins national debate title
The Falcon Forensics and Debate Team recently added to its many accolades. The 2021 Online Forensics Nationals title-winning performance marked the 83rd national title in speaking in performance events and only the fourth team title in both speech and debate in school history.
Joshua Atkinson co-edits book
Dr. Joshua Atkinson, associate professor, co-edited Alternative Media Meets Mainstream Politics: Activist Nation Rising. The book demonstrates the rising role that alternative journalism plays in contemporary mainstream political communication.
