The University of Portland's Communication and Media Department offers a comprehensive exploration of communication rooted in a liberal arts tradition. It focuses on developing critical thinking ethical awareness and effective communication skills essential for navigating today's complex world. Students delve into diverse areas gaining both theoretical knowledge and practical experience through opportunities like the student-run newspaper The Beacon and radio station KDUP. Faculty expertise spans various communication fields enriching learning with diverse perspectives and real-world insights. Graduates are well-prepared for successful careers in fields such as journalism public relations advertising media production and beyond equipped to address societal challenges through ethical and effective communication.
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The University of Portland (UP) is a private Catholic university in Portland, Oregon. It was founded in 1901 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, which also founded UP's sister school the University of Notre Dame. The university enrolls approximately 3,730 students.
