Communications Degree

The communications program at University of New Mexico – Gallup Campus prepares the student to enter the fields of advertising, marketing, organizational communication, public relations, publishing, human resources, law, criminal justice, politics, public administration, and more. The program focuses on the scientific, humanistic, and critical study of human communication in a variety of formats, media, and contexts. Program courses include: intercultural communication, speaking and listening, verbal and nonverbal interaction, rhetorical theory and criticism, argumentation and persuasion, technologically mediated communication, and popular culture. Get more details below including other New Mexico colleges that offer communications degrees.

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University of New Mexico – Gallup Campus (UNM-Gallup)

101 W. College Blvd., Roswell, NM

Established in 1968, the University of New Mexico Gallup Campus is the oldest and largest among the four branch campuses of UNM functioning under its mandate. This campus is located at 705 Gurley Ave. Gallup, NM 87301, a region known for its diverse and unique culture.

As a two-year community college, this institution specialized in building a strong educational foundation for students prior to transferring to four-year institutions.UNM Gallup operates with and governs other entities including South Campus at Zuni, Adult Basic Education Center on the North Side of Gallup, Middle College High School, Community Education and the Center for Career and Technical Education (CCTE) to meet the various needs of the community.

This institution has an open enrollment system and affordable tuition rates. It caters to a wide range of students from across the Gallup and McKinley County. At present, UNM Gallup offers High School Diploma, Certificates in 19 disciplines and Associate's Degrees in 28 programs, as well as 6 Bachelor’s degree and 3 programs for Master’s degree.  These programs are under the following divisions: Arts and Sciences; Education, Health and Human Services; Business and Applied Technology; and Community Based Education and Workforce Development. UNM Gallup also offers online courses, non-credit courses, Adult Basic Education and workforce development.

With a mission to become the leading post-secondary institution in the region, UNM Gallup assist students in their academic pursuit through the Lobo Learning Center that provides tutoring services, conducive environment for learning, mini-workshops and computers intended for research and course works.

New Student’s Guide http://www.gallup.unm.edu/vert/new-students/index.php

Programs and Courses http://www.gallup.unm.edu/vert/prog-courses/index.php

Career Options for Graduates

Communications Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in communications, such as organizational communications, public relations, radio/television broadcasting, and journalism. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Radio and Television Announcers

Description

Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio or television. May announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.

Public Address System and Other Announcers

Description

Make announcements over public address system at sporting or other public events. May act as master of ceremonies or disc jockey at weddings, parties, clubs, or other gathering places.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, public address system and other announcers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.9% from 2014 to 2024

Public Relations Specialists

Description

Engage in promoting or creating an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations. May write or select material for release to various communications media.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, public relations specialists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.2% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).