School of Communication

Where creativity meets real-world experience

If you’re passionate about telling stories, creating content, or designing bold visuals, this is the place to start. You’ll work with award-winning faculty, master industry tools, and build a portfolio of work that shows what you can do. Whether you’re behind the camera, at the keyboard, or leading a campaign, you’ll graduate with the confidence and skills to succeed.

Learn to connect, inform, and inspire

Our programs prepare you to think critically, communicate clearly, and engage with diverse audiences. You’ll explore how media shapes society and gain the tools to create stories that make an impact. Whether you want to work in journalism, creative industries, or continue on to grad school, your education at NAU’s School of Communication will prepare you to lead and adapt in today’s fast-changing world.

Career pathways across industries

From marketing and media to public relations and digital design, our graduates bring creativity and clarity wherever they go. You’ll be prepared for roles in film, journalism, graphic design, photography, corporate communications, and beyond, with the skills to grow your career in any direction.

Celebrating student voices

Each semester, we feature our graduating seniors and their work across School of Communication social channels. From campaigns to photo series, these stories highlight the creativity, growth, and talent of our students. Follow along to see what’s possible. Recent highlights include Claire Ewert from Strategic Communication and Sarah Manning from Photography.

Mentors behind the messages that matter

At the School of Communication, faculty bring industry insight and creative energy into every classroom, studio, and newsroom. You're learning in state-of-the-art labs with professors who mentor you through internships, fieldwork, and original research. Meet the faculty helping you turn passion into professional skills and stories that matter.