Students need to be well prepared to analyze their options and the results that each is likely to produce in order to make the best decision about how to apply their communication skills in specific situations. Special Opportunities Communication arts majors are strongly encouraged to gain off-campus professional experience through internships and Cooperative Education positions. Students have been placed in government, media, entertainment, business, and human service internships. The station's two studios and administrative offices are located on the second floor of Strebel Student Center. WPNR-FM 90.7 broadcasts to the Greater Utica area on a regular schedule during the academic year.
Students serve as managers, directors, and disc jockeys.
Programming is varied and includes music, sports, and special interest shows. UC students can apply for all positions on the staff. Each semester, students have regular opportunities to meet and talk with a wide variety of important contributors to the media arts. Students interested in acting or directing are invited to take part in college-wide productions and theatre groups. The Utica College theatre department presents a major production each year.