Public Communication & Leadership
Our students are preparing to be the world’s next change makers. Learning alongside and in dialogue with thought-leaders who publish books and broadcast podcasts, our students have hard conversations while respecting one another. Develop your own effective leadership style based on strength of character and intentional communication.
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100% Grad & law school acceptance rate since 2016
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28 Religious, Social & Political chapel debates in an academic year
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8 Professional internships since 2016
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1 Podcast studio
Career Paths
What does your future in Public Communications & Leadership look like?
State Government
Median salary $92,050
Nonprofit Organizations: 18% job growth
Median salary $65,320
Administrative Services Manager
Median salary $96,180
Law School - Lawyer: 8% job growth
Median Salary $120,910
*according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
OC students invest in their future with internships to gain experience, network within industries, build resumes and learn valuable professional skills.
Communication & Leadership Internships
Communication and Leadership majors have recently interned with:
- U.S. Senator James Lankford
- Oklahoma Governor’s Office
- Oklahoma Dental Foundation
- Edmond Chamber of Commerce
- The Legislative Journal Record
- Oklahoma State Representatives (2)
- Basinger-Leggett Law Firm
- Arvest Bank
Faculty Feature
Communication is a valuable skill for life. It matters. It's the most important skill employers want. But, it's not just about having a job, it's about having a life. Students can apply what they learn in our conflict resolution class each day.
Brian Simmons / Chair of the Department of Communication
