Bachelor of Arts in Communication

Communication at Lakeland University

Communicate to the Ever-Changing World

Lakeland’s Bachelor of Arts in Communication is a unique curriculum focused on digital communications and new media, including the rapidly expanding role of the internet, social media and up-to-the-second journalism. Experienced instructors emphasize hands-on learning to prepare you for careers in:

  • Public relations
  • Journalism
  • Web content creation and analysis
  • Public policy research
  • Marketing
  • Human resources
  • Corporate communications
  • Labor relations
  • Speechwriting

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Positioned for Success

Students who have successfully completed a B.A. in Communication from Lakeland University will be able to:

  • Communicate effectively in informative, persuasive, and group public speaking situations.
  • Create messages appropriate to the audience, purpose, and context.
  • Use and discuss key communication & new media concepts and terminology.
  • Critically analyze discourse.
  • Write original works in accordance with professional, industry, or graduate school expectations.
  • Create effective communications in digital and new media contexts.
  • Develop and implement communication strategies to engage a broader community beyond the classroom.
  • Practice ethical communication principles to communicate in a diverse and globally connected society.
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Why Lakeland?

Make Your Goals a Reality

  • Flexible delivery formats:
    • Onsite: In class one night per week at one of our six center locations
    • Online: participate weekly when it works best for you
    • Online Live: attend live classes virtually from anywhere one night per week
    • BlendEd Live: attend classes in-person or online … you choose each week
  • Transfer up to 90-credits
  • Financial aid, scholarships and discounts are available
  • Individualized advising and career development support
  • Award-winning Cooperative Education program allows students to earn college credit for professional work experiences

Upcoming Start Dates

05/28

Summer 7- & 12-Week Classes Begin

May 28th, 2024

06/24

Summer 7-Week (2) Classes Begin

Jun 24th, 2024

08/28

Fall 7- & 12-Week Classes Begin

Aug 28th, 2024