Communication Studies

Why communication studies?

Communication is one of the most useful areas of study because it concerns the nature of human interaction and can be applied in any field.

  • Studying communication means examining the ability to influence others and how humans create, alter and maintain meaning through symbols.
  • The program values social influence as central to communication theory and emphasizes context, critical thinking and essential skills.
Communication Studies at AU

Communication Studies at AU

Beyond AU

Tatum Barstad '21, who majored in communication studies and sport management, is an account executive of group events & hospitality for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Her primary responsibilities include driving group sales, executing theme nights, creating and managing group events, as well as enhancing the overall guest experience. At AU, Barstad interned with Augustana Athletics and the Sioux Falls Canaries, and served as president of SKOL.


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Augustana University will offer sports broadcasting as a minor beginning in the fall. The minor will help students build careers in a field that includes both traditional broadcast and cable outlets, and new and ongoing digital platforms.

Augustana student Mariya Mamman ‘25 is a communication studies/business and economics double major from Jos, Plateau, Nigeria. She is interning this summer at the Great Plains Zoo in Sioux Falls, gaining experience as a social media & events intern.

The university is proud to announce that Augustana Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) was honored at the 44th annual Minnesota PRSA Classics Awards banquet, held on May 12, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.