A dynamic community for storytellers, strategists, and changemakers.
Department of Communication
Flexible Tracks. Real-World Experience. Career-Ready Skills.
At Marian University, our communication program prepares students to become thoughtful, skilled communicators ready to thrive in today’s fast-paced media and professional landscapes. Students choose from two dynamic tracks tailored to their interests and career goals:
📷 Creative Media and Journalism
Dive into storytelling across platforms—print, digital, audio, and video. This track builds strong foundations in reporting, media writing, editing, digital journalism, and media production, preparing you for a career in news, media, or content creation.
💬 Health & Strategic Communication
Blend communication theory with real-world application. This track focuses on how communication shapes public health, organizations, and communities. You'll study digital strategy, campaign planning, persuasive messaging, and professional speaking to prepare for roles in healthcare communication, PR, or advocacy.
Career-Ready Courses
Our curriculum blends theory, creativity, and hands-on practice through courses such as:
- Public Speaking & Business and Professional Speaking
- Media Production
- News Reporting & Writing
- Digital Journalism & Digital Storytelling
- Introduction to Health and Strategic Communication
- Strategic Writing for Communication
- Strategic Communication Campaigns
- Introduction to Film Production
- Storytelling and Screenwriting
- Media Literacy
- Media Law & Ethics
- Theories of Media and Communication
- Research Procedures for Communication
- Senior Capstone
You’ll also gain valuable experience through the Speech and Debate Team, Student Media, internships, and service-learning opportunities that connect classroom learning with community engagement.
Whether you're producing news stories, building a brand, or crafting messages that drive change, Marian's Communication program equips you with the skills and confidence to lead in any media-driven world.
Career Outcomes
Our graduates are thriving in diverse and dynamic fields:
- 🎙️ Journalism & Broadcasting
- 📱 Social Media & Content Strategy
- 📣 PR & Strategic Communication
- 🏥 Health Communication
- 🏢 Corporate & Nonprofit Media
- 📊 Marketing & Advocacy
- 🎓 Graduate School (Comm, Law, Public Health)
Student Media
Where your voice shapes the story.
Student Media empowers students to publish, produce, and broadcast across three outlets:
📰 The Phoenix – Campus newspaper (news, opinion, features)
🎙️ The Siren – Original audio/video production and online radio
🎨 The Fioretti – Literary and arts magazine
Each group is student-led and faculty-supported as a 1-credit course. No matter your major — this is your space to create and collaborate.
📧 Contact: Rachel Cochran, Ph.D. – rcochran@marian.edu
Speech and Debate
Where students find their voice and share it.
Speech and Debate Team empowers students to think, write, create, and deliver clear and informed messages by participating in the following:
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🗨️ COM203 Forensics Course
For questions about our programs, admissions, or events, please reach out to the Department of Communication. We’re here to help!
📞 Department ContactDr. Marilda Oviedo (She/Her)
Assistant Professor
Chair of Communication Department
MARIAN UNIVERSITY
Clare Hall, Room 020A
3200 Cold Spring Road
Indianapolis, IN 46222
Email: moviedo@marian.edu
Office: 317.955.6423
You can also visit us during business hours or schedule an appointment via email.