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Department of Communication
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

  1. Department of Communication
  2. Undergraduate
  3. Advocacy and Public Communication
  4. Careers

Careers in Advocacy and Public Communication

Our advocacy and public communication emphasis prepares students for the following careers among many others:

  • Public Relations Director
  • Philanthropic Representative
  • Public Information Officer
  • Corporate Communications Staff
  • Speech Writer
  • Legislative Assistant
  • Human Rights Officer
  • Campaign Research Specialist
  • Community Relations Liaison
  • College Recruiter
  • Regional Manager
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Retailer
  • Project Coordinator
  • Fundraiser
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Travel Agent
  • Management Trainee

Sample Employers

  • Government Agencies
  • Political Office Holders
  • Convention Centers
  • Real Estate Development Firms
  • Nonprofit Organizations
  • News Media
  • Public Relations Agencies
  • Universities and Colleges
  • Chambers of Commerce
  • Health Care Facilities
  • United Way
  • Economic Development Firms
  • Advertising Agencies
  • Red Cross
  • Marketing Firms or Departments

Resources for Advocacy and Public Communication Students

Undergraduate Advising

Laura Vazquez, Ph.D.
Director of Undergraduate Studies
Watson Hall 213
815-753-7107
lvazquez@niu.edu 

Olivia Monteiro
Academic Advisor
Watson Hall 217
815-753-5354
omonteiro@niu.edu 

Undergraduate Advising Info