The Communication & Media Studies Department at Stonehill helps students develop deep understanding of the theories and humanistic approaches used in the field.
Stonehill’s Communication program is equipping students with the experiences and knowledge needed to navigate today’s increasingly complex — and largely digital — information landscape.
Professors in the Communication & Media Studies Department are committed to undergraduate teaching and strive to create a supportive and challenging learning environment. Our faculty members are also productive scholars, whose work has been presented at professional conferences and published as books, book chapters and refereed journal articles.
The program’s small class sizes create an intimate, supportive environment that fosters success. In addition, the College’s undergraduate focus means there are tremendous opportunities to work directly with faculty members on research projects. Students also have access to an extensive internship program that can tie knowledge gained through coursework to real-world experiences.
The Communication Studies concentration looks at the interpersonal, organizational and rhetorical aspects of communication. This concentration includes courses in public relations.
The Media Studies concentration examines the history, influence, regulation and effects of mass media.
The Cinema Studies minor is devoted to the study of media and of formats related to the moving image, including recent developments in digital technology.
The minor in Communication requires the completion of six courses.
The Digital Media Production minor is devoted to providing students with hands-on experience in the creation of visual screen media.
The Journalism minor is designed to help graduates launch careers in journalism, public relations and advertising worlds.
The Stonehill Career Development Center (CDC) offers extensive assistance to students seeking employment, pursuing advanced studies or participating in postgraduate service opportunities. By completing internships and utilizing mentors, students are empowered to build lifelong career management skills.
Organizations involved in assessing U.S. colleges and universities continually cite Stonehill as being among the best in the nation when it comes to value, outcomes and a commitment to making the world a better place. See full list of accolades.
After assessing U.S. colleges and universities based on 17 measures of academic quality and graduate outcomes, U.S. News & World Report ranked Stonehill No. 73 in the Best Value category out of 1,500 colleges, while also moving up to No. 83 among National Liberal Arts Colleges.
Stonehill College has been recognized again this year by The Wall Street Journal for the value it provides students, especially in the areas of career preparation and character development.
Money’s 2024 Best U.S. Colleges research shows Stonehill among top 10% nationwide.
Stonehill communication graduates go on to work at a range of notable organizations. Continue exploring where Stonehill graduates work.
