Public Relations Major
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Public Relations Major
Study Public Relations Major at Azusa Pacific University
You’ll graduate with a professional portfolio, real-world experience working in our student PR agency, and internships on your résumé—ready to secure employment as an outstanding public relations professional in a competitive field. Add an edge to your future job search by specializing in non-profit, entertainment, or sports PR. Embedded with a Christian worldview and nested in the Greater Los Angeles area, one of the world’s top media markets, this program will open doors to successfully pursuing your calling in public relations.
Program at a Glance
Throughout all programs, emphasis is placed on the application of Christian truth and values to the study of communication theories and processes, consideration of ethical issues, and the mastery of current scholarship in each field. All programs focus on applying Christian values to communication studies, thinking about ethics, and mastering the latest research in each field.
Application Deadline
- The admission requirements for your public relations major will vary depending upon your status as a first time freshman, transfer, or international student.
Gain Hands-on Experience
- Intern in the Greater Los Angeles area, one of the world’s top media markets.
- Create a professional portfolio through our student-run public relations agency.
- Produce high-quality public relations pieces.
- Connect consumers and corporations through meaningful relationships.
- Apply Christian truths and values to the study of communication.
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Program Details
The public relations major is an innovative program that offers in-depth study of the field and emphasizes hands-on experience. Students create their own professional portfolio, gain experience working in APU’s student-run agency, join the local chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America, develop global public relations skills through international study-away trips, and become specialists in nonprofit, entertainment, or sports PR.
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Azusa Pacific University is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
Featured Faculty
Jeremiah Kitchel
Adjunct Professor, Department of Communication Studies
Ismael Lopez Medel
Professor and Department Chair, Department of Communication Studies
Allison Oster
Adjunct Professor, Department of Communication Studies
Career Outlooks and Outcomes
Student Journalists Gain a Professional Work Space with the New Convergent Media Center
Public relations majors have the opportunity to work in the $3 million state-of-the-art Convergent Media Center to create content and help real world organizations.