BUILD YOUR
CAREER

Our alumni mentors gain precious career experience and on-the-job knowledge that serves them as they advance into the work force.

Alumni mentor program

UNDERGRADUATE

BA in Communication Studies Minor in Communication Studies

GRADUATE

MA in Communication Studies (On Campus) Emphasis in Theory and Research MA in Communication Studies (Online) Emphasis in Corporate and Organizational PhD in Communication Studies

Interaction Lab

Established in Fall 2012, The Department of Communication Studies’ Interaction Lab (210D, 210E and 210F Armstrong Hall) features an observation room and data chamber that provide the faculty and graduate students of our department a secure and robust environment to collect data for their research. The space is designed to accommodate research on media uses and effects as well as interpersonal communication and relational dynamics research.

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Student Experience

Academic Advising

Our advisors are available during the summer, fall and spring semesters during office hours. Check 108 Armstrong Hall, call 304-293-3905, or e-mail an advisor to check office hours for the semester (see below for contact information).

The COMM academic advisors are:

Nikki Loy – nikki.loy@mail.wvu.edu
Sara Pitts – sep0014@mix.wvu.edu

Request a Mountaineer Intern

Professional Field Experience (PFE) is a key element in the undergraduate COMM curriculum that allows students to gain experience in applying their classroom knowledge to a variety of corporate and organizational environments. Organizations looking for students with an in-depth understanding of communication areas that include (but are not limited to) communication theory, data analysis, health communication, interpersonal communication, organizational communication, and social media/communication technology now have the opportunity to request an intern from the Department of Communication Studies at WVU. Use the form below to read up on our PFE program, and to request a Mountaineer intern today.

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