As a public relations major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll learn to strategically manage communication between organizations and the public—whether through digital content, media relations, brand storytelling, or crisis response.
Multimedia Communication
Minor
Why Study Multimedia Communication at Goshen College?
As a multimedia communication minor at Goshen College, you’ll gain the practical skills and creative experience to become a compelling storyteller across platforms—from journalism and video production to social media and strategic communication. You’ll develop a broad foundation in writing, speaking, video, audio, digital design, and public relations while also exploring the ethical and cultural dimensions of communication.
Goshen’s small class sizes and collaborative environment mean you’ll jump right in—hosting a radio show, producing videos, designing campaigns, and working on real-world projects starting your first year. Whether you dream of being a news anchor, podcaster, marketer, or nonprofit communicator, our program will help you build a powerful portfolio and prepare for a meaningful career.
Career Paths
Multimedia communication graduates from Goshen College work in a wide range of fields, including:
- News media and journalism
- Public relations and marketing
- Film and video production
- Radio and podcasting
- Social media management
- Nonprofit and faith-based communications
Our alumni include video producers, professors, marketing managers, public relations professionals, and media directors—many of whom started their careers with professional-level experience earned at GC.
Credits and Requirements
The multimedia communication program offers both a minor, and a concentration within the Communication or Interdisciplinary majors. Students can also choose to specialize through electives in journalism, film, public relations, or broadcasting.
Explore courses like:
- Digital Design
- Creating for the Web
- Typography
- Marketing Management
- Digital Media Production
- Journalism Essentials
- Motion Design
Students work closely with faculty mentors to build portfolios and gain skills tailored to their career goals.
Hands-On Learning Opportunities
At Goshen College, hands-on learning is central to your experience. You’ll take the lead in award-winning student-run media programs, including:
- 91.1 The Globe (WGCS) – our FM radio station named Best College Radio Station in the Nation five times, and in Indiana 11 times.
- Globe TV – GC’s video news program filmed in the on-campus studio
- FiveCore Media – a professional video production company staffed by students
- The Record – our independent student newspaper, recognized by the Indiana Collegiate Press Association
You’ll also have access to internships and off-campus learning opportunities that bring your classroom education to life.
Scholarships
The Communication Department awards more than $50,000 in scholarships annually, including:
- Geigley Scholarship (broadcast communication or theater)
- Gorsline Scholarships (communication, theater, business)
- Smith Scholarship (radio excellence)
- Joel Kauffmann Scholarship (faith and creative expression in media)
Learn more about communication scholarships and financial aid opportunities.
Facilities & Resources
Students study and work in the Center for Communication, which includes:
- Audio and video production suites
- A television studio
- Digital editing labs
- Offices for Globe Media and FiveCore Media
- Faculty with real-world experience guide you through coursework, projects, and internships.