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School of Journalism and Communication
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Alumni Success
90% typical annual job placement upon graduation
WHY JOURNALISM AND COMMUNICATION AT SOUTHERN?
The School of Journalism and Communication is an academic department dedicated to the study and practice of public relations, journalism, and other forms of communication in the 21st century.
The Journalism and Communication program at Southern provides students with excellent preparation for communications-related careers.
Students leave with skills well suited for graduate school or other careers where communication is critical, including law, business, counseling, photography, church communication, marketing, and community development, just to name a few.
Internships and jobs are available with partners just minutes from Southern, such as It Is Written and Volkswagen Group of America.
Students present their own communication research at national conventions and participate in collegiate chapters of professional societies.
Students have access to a robust network of alumni and professionals, facilitating mentorship, job placements, and ongoing career support.
Explore our Programs
Journalism
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Communication
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Strategic Communication
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Digital Communication & Media
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Strategic Communication/PR and Graphic Design
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Business-Strategic Communications/PR
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Beyond the Classroom
Academic programs are complemented with practical learning experiences in the community and beyond.
The Accent
The Southern Accent is dedicated to student expression, ethical reporting and fostering conversation on relevant topics.
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SAU NEWS
SAU NEWS is a weekly student produced newscast featuring events, organizations and issues at Southern.
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Ignite
A student-led production that exists to IGNITE conversations campus/community-wide. We strive for each production to be entertaining, impactful, informative, and Christ-centered.
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Ignite LIVE
A 90-minute highly entertaining and inspirational live event with games, audience interaction, a live band, and the participation of a special guest. Everything is student-led, student-fundraised, and student-executed!
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PRSSA
The Public Relations Student Society of America is the foremost organization for students interested in public relations and communication. PRSSA offers educational programs, resources, scholarships, and mentorship opportunities that prepare students for a successful career.
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Rachel Williams-Smith
Dean
Lorraine Ball
Associate Professor
Ayanna Eastman
Associate Professor
Pablo Fernandez
Associate Professor
Michael Finch
Associate Professor
Alva Johnson
Associate Professor
Victoria Joiner
Associate Professor
Stephen Ruf
Associate Professor
Alumni Voices
Shaina Rantung describes how Southern prepared her for a fulfilling career in Public Relations. Southern provided her with a lot of opportunities for networking and relationship building. There are opportunities in Chattanooga for great Communications and Public Relations internships.