Dedicated to the integration of media analysis and media production for social justice in a liberal arts setting.
From building social networks to organizing protests and sharing global stories, media and communication dramatically affect our personal lives, our country and our world. Media literacy is essential for fostering connections, advancing social justice, combating misinformation and uplifting democracy.
At Muhlenberg, you’ll work closely with faculty to research, analyze and create media of all forms—visual, digital, print, oral and hybrid. You’ll investigate social, political, economic and cultural contexts that shape and are shaped by media. You’ll hone your creative voice and express yourself persuasively.
This program emphasizes real-world learning that will prepare you for a fulfilling career. Write for The Muhlenberg Weekly, our student newspaper or host a show on WMUH, our campus radio station. Intern with a local organization, present your media creations at a conference or art show, or study abroad to open yourself up to endless perspectives.
No matter your chosen path, you’ll engage with the media landscape while deepening your knowledge and skills as an information leader.
Your Media & Communication experience provides opportunities to create, learn and grow and continues outside of the classroom with numerous organizations, clubs and special projects.
Our department is equipped with a range of multimedia technologies to give students a wealth of hands-on experience.
Master the convergence of media analysis and production training, interwoven in practice and by mission, to become a reflective and ethical media maker.
Our media & communication alumni go on to careers in marketing, journalism, advertising and much more. Check out some of the organizations, companies and graduate schools that became destinations for Muhlenberg grads.
MEDIA & COMMUNICATION AT MUHLENBERG
“I fell in love with the process. I loved every aspect of it, but I literally lost [track of] time in the editing.”— Daniela Quiroz ’10 , Film Editor
“The idea that we were able to tell a story that people connected with and felt was important enough to say it was deserving of this award … it doesn’t feel disposable.”— Joe Nash '07 , Emmy-winning Executive Producer
“I think what it means to be a part of the Muhlenberg community is to remember to live as boldly as possible.”— Laura Diorio ’20 , Social Media Coordinator at Intercontinental Exchange
“I am so happy and proud to be living in the Lehigh Valley, and I boost it up to everyone who will listen.”— Maria Corradini ’24 , Media & Communication Major; Marketing Coordinator for Discover Lehigh Valley
The Department maintains a number of special programs throughout the year that bring our faculty, staff, majors and alumni together.
A semester abroad experience designed for Media & Communication and Film Studies students at Dublin City University (DCU), Ireland.
The Honors Program allows qualified students the opportunity to enrich their experiences in media and communication theory, history, and practice.
An opportunity to work with professionals in practical preparation for your career.
A week-long event each year, where successful Muhlenberg Media & Communication and Film Studies Alumni network and hold workshops with current students.
Last semester, Roman Craig ’27 and Alexa Cinelli ’27 researched LGBTQ+ history at the College and created a website to showcase their findings.
The media & communication department challenges students to blend theory and practice and supports them as they learn not only how to make media but how to do so ethically.
The latest episode of 2400 Chew features a conversation with Donald Adler '15. Adler is a senior social content producer for Bravo and E! at NBCUniversal Media. Be sure to subscribe to 2400 Chew wherever you get your podcasts.
In “Art After-Life,” Assistant Professor of Film Studies David Romberg employs generative AI technology to allow him to converse with his father, Latin American artist Osvaldo Romberg, posthumously. David has collaborated with Assistant Professor of Computer Science Hamed Yaghoobian as well as students and alumni on the project.
