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Communications and Media Student Community
What can I do with a major in S&TC?

Skills
Written, Oral, and Visual Communication
  • Writing, editing, and presentation skills
  • Working with technologies and visual displays
  • Working in teams
Communication Expertise
  • Multimedia communication and project management skills
  • International communication skills
Theory and Research
  • Research skills: information gathering
  • Usability testing skills
Technology, Science, and Society
  • Internet studies skills
  • Analytical skills on the social impact of science and technology
Employment

Here is a small sample of the opportunities possible for Science and Technical Communication graduates now and in the future:

Technical Writer and Editor (Medtronic)
Advertising Coordinator (Alta Genetics)
Training Coordinator (cMore Medical Solutions)
Consultant/Software Developer (Bluestem Systems)
Information Developer (IBM)
Marketing Representative (John Deere)
Information Architect (US Bank)
Information Architect (Yamamoto Moss)

Today’s workplace requires individuals with interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate effectively, an ability to solve problems, and adaptability. CLA graduates find that they are well-prepared in all these areas and that their education—especially when combined with experience gained through internships, volunteer positions, past jobs, and other collegiate involvement—makes them competitive.

The CLA Career & Community Learning Center provides students with the tools to identify and pursue potential careers. An extensive resource room, career courses and workshops, and a helpful staff are just some of the ways we can help.

 Student Community Contact Information
 Communications and Media Student Community
B-16 Johnston Hall
101 Pleasant St. SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455

E-Mail
cam@class.cla.umn.edu

Phone
(612) 624-1820
(612) 626-0022 (fax)

Hours
M-F 8:00 - 4:30

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