Storytellers. Innovators. Changemakers.
At Northern Arizona University’s School of Communication, students learn to inform, inspire, and connect through journalism, filmmaking, strategic communication, design, animation, photography, and communication studies.
Our hands-on approach combines creative exploration, critical thinking, and professional experience. Students work with dedicated faculty, collaborate on real projects, and develop the skills to communicate in a rapidly changing world.
Learn by Doing
Create, report, design, produce, and collaborate through hands-on projects.
Find Your Voice
Develop your creative identity, critical perspective, and professional skills.
Work with Professionals
Learn from experienced faculty and collaborate with community and industry partners.
Build Your Future
Graduate with meaningful experience, communication skills, and a portfolio of work.
The School in Action
See What We Create.
From film and animation to journalism, photography, design, and strategic communication, our students bring ideas to life through creativity, collaboration, and hands-on experience.
Find Your Path Forward
Explore six areas of study designed to help you develop your interests, discover new possibilities, and prepare for a meaningful career.
Communication Studies
Explore how people communicate, build relationships, and create meaning across personal, professional, and cultural contexts.
Creative Media & Film
Bring stories to life through filmmaking, media production, visual storytelling, and collaborative creative work.
Journalism
Investigate important issues, report accurate information, and tell compelling stories across digital, broadcast, and print media.
Photography
Develop your photographic vision through professional studio practice, digital imaging, and creative exploration.
Strategic Communication
Create advertising and public relations campaigns that connect organizations, brands, and audiences.
Visual Communication
Combine art, design, animation, and technology through studio-based creative practice and visual storytelling.
Graduate Programs
Advance your career through graduate study in communication, strategic communication, and documentary storytelling.
MA in Communication
Explore advanced communication theory and practice, with opportunities to focus on documentary studies or strategic communication.
Documentary Studies Emphasis
Strategic Communication Emphasis
Accelerated Graduate Pathways
Eligible students may begin graduate-level study while completing their undergraduate degree.
Explore accelerated options in Documentary Studies and Strategic Communication.
Experience Communication in Action
Our students create media, produce stories, collaborate with communities, and gain hands-on experience through student organizations and professional facilities.
More Ways to Get Involved
Public Speaking Lab
Develop communication skills through speaking support and practice.
Media Innovation Center
Explore reporting, broadcasting, and sports media production.
Photography Studios
Experiment with studio lighting, digital imaging, and professional photographic equipment.
Summer Workshops
Engage in creative learning and community-based media experiences.
Indigenous Youth Media Workshop
Support young storytellers through hands-on media education and creative expression.
Connect with the School of Communication
Have questions about our programs, admissions, or student opportunities? We’d love to hear from you.
Contact Information
School of Communication
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, Arizona
Phone:
928-523-2232