Communication Studies, University of St. Thomas

This course is a guided, practical journey into self-awareness, mindfulness, and intentional communication. Blending communication theory, reflective practice, and goal-setting strategies, you’ll learn how to understand your inner landscape, reshape self-talk, and align your actions with your values. Through journaling, discussion, and real-life application, you’ll build tools for greater clarity, well-being, and personal growth—and leave with a personalized action plan for your future. If you’re ready to become a more conscious architect of your own life, this class is your starting point.

This course explores today’s most pressing issues in health communication, from interpersonal conversations about health and illness to global health challenges, organizational messaging, and the role of media, technology, and eHealth. With special attention to culture, students will analyze real-world health communication campaigns and learn how messages shape health behaviors, access, and outcomes.
If you’re interested in how communication impacts health at every level—from one-on-one interactions to worldwide initiatives—this class is for you.

From Caitlin Clark to LeBron James, this course dives into how gender shapes the way sports are played, talked about, and experienced—from the locker room to the stands. Using communication theory, real-world examples, and critical reflection, students will explore how gender norms are both challenged and reinforced in sport media and culture.

Whether you’re an athlete, a fan, or a critical consumer of sport, this class will help you rethink what you watch, cheer for, and participate in.

✅ Counts toward: Communication Studies major/minor, Sports Studies minor
✅ WGSS elective

⏰ Happening tonight! Join us for A Night of Storytelling from 5–6:30 PM in LIB 108. 📖✨ Co-hosted by the Department of Communication Studies and Scene Setters, this event will feature an evening of engaging stories shared in a welcoming and creative space. Come listen, connect, and experience the power of storytelling with fellow students and faculty—and dinner will be provided! 🍽️

TOMORROW, join us for “The Rhetoric of the Radios: Freedom, Legitimacy, and U.S. Power Across Media” 🎙️📻

Hear from Professor Kristen Einertson as she explores how radio and media have shaped ideas of freedom, legitimacy, and American power around the world. This lecture is sponsored by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation.

🗓 Tuesday, March 10
⏰ 12–1 PM
📍 OSF Library, Room 198
🥪 Light refreshments will be served

Come ready to think critically about media, influence, and the power of rhetoric across borders. See you there!

Join us for A Night of Storytelling on Wednesday, March 11 from 5–6:30 PM in LIB 108! 📖✨ Co-hosted by the Department of Communication Studies and Scene Setters, this event will feature an evening of engaging stories shared in a welcoming and creative space. Come listen, connect, and experience the power of storytelling with fellow students and faculty—dinner will be provided! 🍽️

Join us for “The Rhetoric of the Radios: Freedom, Legitimacy, and U.S. Power Across Media” 🎙️📻

Hear from Professor Kristen Einertson as she explores how radio and media have shaped ideas of freedom, legitimacy, and American power around the world. This lecture is sponsored by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation.

🗓 Tuesday, March 10
⏰ 12–1 PM
📍 OSF Library, Room 198
🥪 Light refreshments will be served

Come ready to think critically about media, influence, and the power of rhetoric across borders. See you there!

We’re excited to welcome Elizabeth Dickey, Retreat Facilitator at Youth Frontiers, to our Communication Studies Alumni Panel!

Elizabeth will share how her degree led her into meaningful nonprofit work, facilitating retreats that empower students and build stronger communities.

🗓 Thursday, March 5
⏰ 9:55–11:35 AM
📍 OSF Library, Room 108
☕ Pastries and coffee served!

Join us on March 5 to hear from Amelia Wherland, Implementation Coordinator at Canteen One, during our Communication Studies Alumni Panel.

Amelia will talk about managing onboarding processes, coordinating across teams, and using communication skills to keep projects running smoothly.

🗓 Thursday, March 5
⏰ 9:55–11:35 AM
📍 OSF Library, Room 108
✨ Bring a friend and grab a pastry!

Thinking about a career in sales or business development? Hear from Joey Kolleh, Account Executive at SPS Commerce, at our Communication Studies Alumni Panel!

Joey will share how networking, relationship-building, and confidence helped him transition from student to sales professional.

🗓 March 5
⏰ 9:55–11:35 AM
📍 OSF Library, Room 108
☕ Coffee + pastries provided!

Don’t miss the chance to hear from Andrea Bongard, Director of Procure to Pay (P2P) Governance & Transformation at Medtronic, at our Communication Studies Alumni Panel!

Andrea will discuss leading organizational transformation within a global company and how strong communication skills drive strategy and collaboration.

🗓 Thursday, March 5
⏰ 9:55–11:35 AM
📍 OSF Library, Room 108
✨ Come early for pastries and coffee!

Join us for our Communication Studies Alumni Panel on Thursday, March 5, featuring Annie Reynolds, MBA, Senior Onboarding Client Success Manager at SAP Concur! 🎤

Annie will share how her Communication Studies degree prepared her to lead client relationships, manage strategic partnerships, and thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment.

🗓 9:55–11:35 AM
📍 OSF Library, Room 108
☕ Pastries and coffee served!