Academic Advising Resources
The B.A. in Communication Studies provides maximum flexibility in planning for a variety of academic and occupational goals. The curriculum is personalized for each student and specific curricular, extracurricular, and internship programs are planned as integral parts of each student’s program. Communication Studies majors choose from the following focus areas: Public Communication and Persuasion; Media Studies; Intercultural and Interpersonal Communication; Organizational and Professional Communication; or Science, Environmental and Health Communication.
Advisors for Undergraduate Classification (UC) Students
Students who are looking to declare Communication Studies should contact the Department Chair, Dr. Scott Kushner.
Advisors for Advanced-Standing Students
Students who have met the matriculation requirements for the major (see “Major Entry Requirements” below) are assigned to a faculty advisor within the department. Advisor contact information can be found in Starfish; if you have questions regarding your advisor assignment, please contact the administrative aide in the department.
Curriculum Sheets
Major Entry Requirements
- Complete 24 units including COM 100 or COM 110 and have an overall GPA of at least 2.00
- Complete URI 101

