Communication
Overview

Are you fascinated by how people connect, influence and build understanding through communication? At St. Norbert College, the communication major helps you develop skills in professional speaking and interpersonal communication. You’ll learn to craft clear, audience-focused messages and analyze how communication builds understanding and drives impact — essential tools for careers in business, advocacy and beyond.

Credential Type

B.A.

Offered As

Major & minor

Academic paths

Choosing to major in communication at SNC means diving deep into how and why people communicate. You’ll build strong skills in analysis, writing and professional speaking — learning to craft messages that resonate across diverse audiences. Whether you're interested in foster relationships, interpersonal communication or organizational messaging, you'll be prepared to connect effectively and ethically. These skills are invaluable in careers like corporate communication, advocacy and graduate study.

*Courses Checklist:
Introduction to Communications
COME 124 Mass Media
COME 322 Business & Professional Speaking
Capstone

Interpersonal Concentration:
COME 122 Interpersonal Communication
COME 222 Small Group Communication
Communication Theory and Research
Two additional interpersonal courses

*This pathway is to be used as a guide. Refer to the Course Catalog for official degree requirements.

*Courses Checklist:
Introduction to Communications
COME 124 Mass Media
COME 322 Business & Professional Speaking
Capstone

Business and Professional Concentration:
COME 222 Small Group Communication
Communication Theory and Research
Three additional business and professional courses

*This pathway is to be used as a guide. Refer to the Course Catalog for official degree requirements.

*Courses Checklist:
COME 122 Interpersonal Communication, C-IS
COME 124 Mass Media
Capstone
Four additional interpersonal courses

*This pathway is to be used as a guide. Refer to the Course Catalog for official degree requirements.


Featured faculty

If there’s one thing that SNC professors and instructors have in common, it’s a passion for teaching and sharing their expertise. You’ll also find them dedicated to providing personalized guidance that supports your academic and career aspirations. Discover the distinguished scholars you’ll be learning from.

Adjunct Instructor for Communication and Media Studies

Adjunct Instructor for Communication and Media Studies

Associate Professor of Communication and Media Studies

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Kaitlin Foley '23
Kaitlin Foley ’23

“My communications classes have really strengthened [my] writing skills and taught me how to write different things for different people.”

Kaitlin Foley ’23

Career outcomes

SNC communication alumni work in a variety of fields. Some of our recent graduates have found success as:

graduate students
  • Account managers
  • Admission advisors
  • Associate brokers
  • Brand coordinators
  • Client relations managers
  • Communication specialists
  • Market research coordinators
  • Operations technicians
  • Staff writers

Graduate studies

An undergraduate degree in communication provides a strong foundation for graduate studies. Some SNC graduates pursue advanced education in marketing, arts management, counseling psychology, education, international affairs and organizational leadership. They’ve attended a number of highly regarded institutions, including:

  • Loyola University Chicago
  • Illinois State University
  • Northwestern University
  • Texas A&M University
  • American University
  • University of Maryland- College Park
  • University of Central Florida

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