Public Relations

Program Description:

The Public Relations program is designed to prepare students for transfer to a four-year college or university offering programs in public relations, communications, and mass media. The curriculum provides a foundation in liberal arts and a background in communication theory, media writing and public relations. The program will enable students to better understand the role of public relations today in business, government, education and non-profit organizations.

Careers in the field:

Crises Communication, Education, Government/Politics, Health Care, Sports Entertainment, Technology/Information Technology, Political Campaigns, Interest Group Rrepresentative, Corporate, Non-Profit

Schools to transfer to:

Rochester Institute of Technology, St. John Fisher College, SUNY: Fredonia, Oswego, Geneseo; Syracuse University, Boston University, University of Florida, University of Southern California

Specific skills learned:

Writing, public speaking, group and interersoanl communication, persuasion

Full-time faculty:

Mary-Jo Popovici • Thomas Proietti

Coursework enhancement activities available:

Toastmasters International • The Monroe Doctrine, Practicum/internships

Suggested Schedule:

1st Semester