

Use the power of the written and spoken word to transform the Catholic Church and culture through the communication arts bachelor’s degree program at Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio. With concentrations in multimedia, digital broadcasting and production, and journalism, as well as a new concentration in film studies, you can focus your communication arts bachelor’s degree at Franciscan University — and be ready for jobs for communication degrees. No matter which of the concentrations you choose, you’ll prepare a well-reasoned, project-oriented capstone thesis your senior year. Learn the many ways society produces and processes information — and how to create and share stories to make an impact in communications and on culture.
Communicate truth through news and entertainment
By majoring in communications at Franciscan University in Ohio, you’ll receive a Catholic education that positions you to be a global leader in the world of media. Beginning in your first year at Franciscan, your communications major emphasizes practicing ethical and truthful communication in all areas of news, entertainment/edutainment, digital audio and video production, podcasts, commercials, and editorial/commentaries.
Here are just a few other ways Franciscan’s communication arts degree program in Ohio stands out from the rest:
With your communication arts bachelor’s degree at Franciscan in Ohio, you’ll be well positioned to continue your graduate studies at Franciscan or other universities, or to be in demand for jobs for communication degrees.
Graduate Programs for Communication Arts Majors
Potential Jobs for Communication Arts Majors
View the Communication Arts Program on the Undergraduate Catalog
Dan Fillimon ’18 Communication Arts Shortly after graduating from Franciscan University, Dan Fillimon landed his dream job—a full-time position with Fox Corporation in Manhattan. As a content curator for Fox,…
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Elizabeth Feudo serves as a design production specialist for the Office of Lifelong Faith Formation at the Archdiocese of Boston. In addition to graphic design for print and social…
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When the time came for San Diego native Matthew Tuszynski ’10 to declare his undergraduate major, he first thought about what he loved doing.“I said, well, I love doing video…
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In the world of multimedia, change is the only constant. That’s why Emily Fogarty sees the genius in Dr. Eugene Gan’s approach to teaching media technology at Franciscan University. “He…
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As a communication arts major concentrating in journalism at Franciscan University, KristiMcDonald had the chance to prepare for her career with hands-on opportunities that cemented her passion for the written…
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Journalism — and the Catholic ethos at Franciscan University — prepared Mariann Hughes ’07 for her work as associate director for Advocacy and Outreach for the Maryland Catholic Conference. As…
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Through The Troubadour, Franciscan’s online newspaper, you’ll gain invaluable experience while keeping the Franciscan campus community, alumni, and friends well informed. Grow your leadership skills by serving on the newspaper staff, from photo editor to social media manager. Established in 1947, The Troubadour includes news, features, sports, editorials, columns, and opinions.
An hour-long program produced here on campus during the academic semesters and broadcast monthly the Eternal Word Television Network.
At our campus student digital streaming radio station, WFRScc.com/FranciscanEffect.comFM 88.3, you can practice your podcasting skills talking about your faith, play Christian music by popular artists, read newscasts and sportscasts, and more. Learn how to run a digital streaming radio station with our SIMIAN automation software.
Grow, develop, and be formed into a more mature student by spending a semester in Franciscan’s Austrian program. You’ll expand your major in unbelievable ways by traveling to places such as Rome and the holy sites of Christendom, and through courses taught at a 14th-century monastery that also serves as your home.
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