The Applied Communication Association allows students to practice skills learned in human communication. The local chapter of Alpha Epsilon Rho allows students to learn more about the real world of electronic media. The student newspaper, The Leader , allows students to practice their journalism skills. Internships Communication internships are very important for students to gain real world experience while in college. Fredonia has close associations with a variety of media organizations in Western and Central New York.
Students can elect to do internships during the academic year or Summer for academic credit.
Careers Our communication graduates have gone on to careers in many industries. Audio production graduates have worked at TV and radio stations, in theatre, film, and recording companies. Graduates of the human communication and public relations programs have gone on to careers in communication consulting, human resource development, and public relations. Those specializing in media management have had career opportunities in advertising, management, sales, promotion, and research in a variety of media companies. Video production graduates have gone on to careers in broadcast and cable operations, corporate video, independent production companies, and other organizations involved in video production.