Communication

Developing good communication skills is one of the fundamental goals of an Evergreen education. Writing and speaking are emphasized across the curriculum through multiple writing formats, small seminars, collaborative projects, and class presentations.

At Evergreen, you can learn about interpersonal, intercultural, organizational, and mass communication in tandem with studies in:

  • Psychology
  • Leadership
  • Global societies
  • Conflict management
  • Business
  • Political economy
  • Media arts

If you want to practice media-based communication skills, you'll have access to state-of-the-art sound recording and television studios, a thriving student-run newspaper, and an on-campus community radio station.

Communication is inherently interdisciplinary and can lead to careers in public relations, media production, education, human resources, marketing, and management.

Related Paths

Faculty Associated With This Field
Title Expertise
Blakeslee, Steve English, writing, literature
Blewett, Lori Communication
Kennedy, Cynthia Leadership
McMillin, Paul historical sociology, information studies
Partridge, Penelope
Shirk, Allison
Selected Programs 2022-23
Title Class Standing Credits
A People's Epistemology: Shit You Should Know
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
4, 8, 12, 16
Alchemy of Witness II: Relating Through the Camera
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
8
Art of Critical Writing
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
4
Business Leadership: Interpersonal Dynamics
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
4
Business Management and Organization Behavior
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
8
Cornerstone: Foundations for Your Evergreen Education
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
4
Evergreen Media Internship Program
  • Junior
  • Senior
16
From the Ground Up: Natural History Writing and Experiential Learning
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
8
Graphic Design I: Principles and Practices for Artists and Designers
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
4
Graphic Design II: Brand Identity and Print Publication for Artists and Designers
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
4