Department of Communication
Gain knowledge and skills that equip you to change the world
Communication Skills are always relevant
The Communication Department at Emporia State offers a variety of courses and concentrations of study, which are designed to provide communication majors with cognitive abilities, competencies, and skills that equip them to meet the challenges of evolving workplaces, navigate emerging technologies, and respond to complex social problems. Our alumni are successful relationship partners, engaged leaders in society, and informed global citizens and consumers, as well as contributing members of organizations. Effective communication skills never become obsolete. Instead, individuals with these skills benefit both personally and professionally. Research routinely shows that strong communication skills are among the most desired by employers.

Effective communication skills never become obsolete. Instead, individuals with these skills benefit both personally and professionally. Research routinely shows that strong communication skills are among the most desired by employers.
Featured Programs
Communication, Emerging Technology and Society
Bachelor of Science, Concentration
Relational Communication
Concentration
Public Relations
Concentration

Scholarships
The Communication Department has scholarships for both Communication students and members of the Debate team.
Debate
Debate at Emporia State began in 1874 and continues to be one of the most competitive and successful academic organizations on campus.

Lambda Pi Eta
Explore the honors society for Communication majors at four-year institutions.
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Undergraduate admissions
If you’re ready to join Hornet Nation as an undergraduate, head to the Undergraduate Admissions page.
Graduate admissions
If you’re ready to advance your degree as a graduate student, head to the Graduate Admissions page.