Strategic Communications

Through the power of Zoom video chats, School of Communications alumni – nearly two dozen of them – continue to maintain the connections they first made while producing Elon University’s student-run newscast, “Elon Local News.”

Recently named the CCO of energy company Enbridge, Fernandez spoke to students about starting their careers, landing their first job, and trends in the public relations industry.

During a March 4 on-campus discussion, panelists with expertise in media law, media ethics and psychology addressed cancel culture, a need for empathy, and the psychological impact of limitless access to information.

The public event, set for Wednesday, March 4, will explore today’s cancel culture, the distinction between shame and embarrassment, and the role of media/journalism in public discourse.

In this edition of #ElonTBT, we highlight a faculty-led shift in curriculum that opened the door for today's School of Communications.

Thirty-two Communications Fellows toured 11 companies on a two-week trip to the Sunshine state, speaking with industry professionals, enjoying hands-on experiences, and exploring future job possibilities.

Amber Moser steps into a new role leading the Internship Office following Nagatha Tonkins’ retirement in December.

Hale, who majored in strategic communications and media analytics, is learning a broad range of skills as a “PR agency on wheels” for the popular hot dog maker.

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers research, study and teaching opportunities to recent graduates in more than 140 countries, with approximately 1,900 grants awarded annually in all fields of study.

Stansberry, assistant professor of strategic communications, was joined in the discussion with host Tim Boyum by faculty members from Duke University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.