CRAFTING COMPELLING NARRATIVES
Choose between a BA in Communication or a BS in Multimedia Communication in our innovative program, which accelerates your learning from basics to practical application projects. Early on, you’ll gain real-world experience through DJing, journalism, and digital content creation, alongside opportunities for customized internships or externships, enhancing your skillset in the field. Leadership roles in campus media further prepare you for a successful career by developing your communication and content creation expertise, essential for today’s competitive job market.
Degrees
Communication (B.A.)
Major
Multimedia Communication (B.S.)
Major
Journalism
Minor
Electronic Media Production
Minor
Sports Broadcasting
Minor
Why Study Communication?
Morningside University’s Communication program prepares students to become effective communicators through hands-on projects, flexible coursework, and real-world experiences. Students build practical skills while working with faculty and completing internships that align with their personal and professional interests.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Flexible coursework tailored to individual interests
- Project-based learning throughout the program
- Internship opportunities with media, nonprofit, and business organizations
- Personalized faculty mentorship
THE MORNINGSIDE DIFFERENCE
Internships
Morningside University’s location in Sioux City gives students ample opportunity for internships at network-affiliated television stations, radio stations, newspapers, advertising or public relations firms, and many more.
Research & Active Learning
The Communication program is home to a student-run radio station, video streaming channel, and online news source that both majors and non-majors can take part in to build experience.
Travel
You will have the opportunity to travel regionally, nationally, and even internationally for professional conferences, industry field trips, or May Term courses. Travel grants and special scholarship eligibility may be available.
What Can I Do With A Degree In?
A Communication Studies degree prepares you to connect with audiences, craft compelling messages, and build meaningful relationships across a variety of industries. Graduates pursue careers in journalism and digital media, marketing and public relations, corporate communications, healthcare communications, political communications, advertising, and brand strategy. Potential careers include:
- Reporter or Journalist
- Public Relations Specialist
- Marketing Manager
- Social Media Strategist
- Communication Specialist
- Brand Manager
- TV or Digital Content Producer
- Speech Writer
Communication Studies graduates have launched successful careers with media organizations, marketing agencies, corporations, healthcare systems, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions. They create content, manage brands, lead communication strategies, build community relationships, and tell stories that inform, engage, and inspire audiences across a wide range of industries.
Communication Studies students develop the skills to create compelling content, communicate strategically, and engage audiences across multiple platforms. Coursework combines hands-on experience in audio and video production, public relations, professional writing, and digital media management, giving students the opportunity to build an impressive portfolio while developing the communication, storytelling, and leadership skills employers value.
AVAILABLE MINORS
Electronic Media Production
Sports Broadcasting
Campus Media
Campus Media is Morningside’s student-run media organization. Students have the opportunity to express themselves and share their interests through campus news coverage, sports reporting, radio shows, writing, and more.

WHY STUDY AT MORNINGSIDE?
13:1
student/faculty ratio so you’re assured a quality education focused on you
99%
employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
65+
majors & pre-professional programs available
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