Arts, Media, and Communication

Welcome to the Arts, Media, and Communication community!

The Arts, Media, and Communication community will provide resources, information, and a virtual space for students and alumni interested in working within the arts, media, and communications industries.  As a follower of the Arts, Media, and Communication community, you will get timely alerts on internships, co-ops, jobs, blogs, and events posted on the page.  

Career and self-development are life-long processes that evolve as new experiences and information are obtained. Use this page to design your career and self-development strategically. Review the list of student and professional organizations and decide which opportunities best align with your career goals. Connect with a Husky Mentor to engage in career conversations that will expand your network and give you an on-the-job perspective. Explore your options by reviewing Job Market Insights and the UConn Undergraduate Outcomes.  

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UConn’s Communication Department Labs

Published on June 6, 2023

Learn about the multitude of research opportunities offered by UConn’s Department of Communication

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Insight & Perspective in the World of Copywriting

Published on May 2, 2023

 Have you ever come across a billboard or an ad that made you stop? Made you think? Maybe even made you laugh?  When such an impression lingers there, as you connect it to the brand, the power of copywriting is hard at work.

By Andrea Gonzalez
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What Programs Does the School of Fine Arts Offer?

Published on March 23, 2023

UConn’s School of Fine Arts offers a diverse selection of majors ranging from art, music, digital media and design, dramatic arts, and arts leadership. The school can connect you with venues and professionals all over CT, as you gain valuable …

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Laying a New Foundation Before Building Up

Published on March 3, 2023

UConn’s first integrative studies student bridges passion for art, engineering in research and life. Learn about Arpita Kurdekar, an integrated studies Ph.D. candidate in the School of Fine Arts, the Neag School of Education, and the School of Engineering at UConn.

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What Makes Digital Media and Design at UConn Unique?

Published on February 21, 2023

Digital Media and Design (DMD) provides students with the opportunity to focus on the creation and study of art and design. Learn more about how UConn’s DMD program is unique!

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Husky Mentors

Anne Oeldorf-Hirsch

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Fernando Alfonso III

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  • Senior Supervising Editor NPR
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Tony Susi

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Gary Silver

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Explore occupations by career categories and pathways and use real time labor market data to power your decision making.

First, choose an industry of interest, then filter for occupation. (If you'd like to see data for a specific location only, filter by state.)

Career Outcomes

  • First Destination
  • Top Employers
  • Starting Salary
  • Employment Locations
  • Top Universities
  • Degree Types
  • Fields of Study

First Destination

First Destination refers to undergraduate outcomes within the 6 months following graduation. The data is collected through a survey distributed to students at graduation, and again in the months following, to gain insight on their lives post-graduation.

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