Major in Communication

You've probably heard the phrase, "communication is key." We couldn't agree more! If you enjoy communicating and strengthening connections with others, this specialization is for you!

The interpersonal communication emphasis explores how people create, send and receive messages, and analyzes the ways in which messages affect the perception of the relationship. At Northwest, faculty focus on communication theory and ensuring students are efficient in public speaking, writing, group behavior, persuasion and interpersonal communication.

The interpersonal communication emphasis requires a minor.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION 4-YEAR PLAN (B.A.)

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION 4-YEAR PLAN (B.S.)

Sometimes communication can get messy. That's where organization comes in! If you enjoy developing cohesive, organized processes of communication, you've come to the right place!

Students pursuing an emphasis in organizational communication study the methods of communication that people create, send and obtain in groups. Faculty focus on teaching approaches to effective communication within an organization, analyzing how communication affects the organization and exploring methods of communication that facilitate a high-performing organizational culture.

organizational communication 4-YEAR PLAN (B.A.)

organizational communication 4-YEAR PLAN (B.S.)

Let's be honest, communication is fascinating. The way we interact with others and decide how we react, articulate and create conversation is something to learn more about. That's what the study of rhetoric is for! 

An emphasis in rhetoric allows students to critically think about how we speak and write. This is for students who want to reach a little farther in communication and ask all the "why" questions. Students will dive deep into courses such as intercultural communication, rhetoric of American issues and argumentation and debate. 

The rhetoric emphasis requires a minor.

RHETORIC 4-YEAR PLAN (B.S.)

RHETORIC 4-YEAR PLAN (B.A.)

A minor is also available in communication. If you aren't sure which career path to take, a minor in communication is always a great idea!