Communication Studies

The Communication Studies Program provides students a theoretical and methodological foundation of the nature of communication in its various forms and contexts, as well as the uses, effects and relevancy of communication in their own lives. Students may prepare to transfer with a major in communication or take courses to meet general education requirements.

Career options include advertising, broadcasting, community relations, consulting, counseling, education, film, foreign service, fund raising, human resources, journalism, international relations, law, management, marketing, mediation, ministry, politics, public relations, sales, speechwriting, social work.

MiraCosta Degrees

• Associate in Arts - Transfer Degree

Contact Information

Department Chair: Sam Arenivar Office: San Elijo, Room 604 P 760.757.2121 x7727 Dean: Dana Smith Office:  San Elijo Campus - Admin. Bldg P 760.795.7854

Department: Communication Studies Secretary: Dana Ledet Office: Building 3100 P 760.795.6871 Hours: 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Full-Time Faculty

Sam Arenivar Office: San Elijo, Room 604 P 760.757.2121 x7727 Email Leola McClure Office: Oceanside Campus, Rm 3112 P 760.757.2121 x6558 Email Eric Robertson Office: San Elijo, Room 608 P 760.757.2121 x7741 Email

Neil Moura Office: Oceanside, Room 3124 P 760.757.2121 x6389 Email Anthony Ongyod Office: Oceanside Campus, Rm T-411 P 760.757.2121 x6559 Email

Associate Faculty

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