Elevate Your Opportunities to Connect
Pursue your dream career in international relations, communication studies, foreign service, travel and tourism, journalism, public relations, corporate communication, or other fields where broad knowledge of the world and strong communication skills are vital.
"I have a power when it comes to writing. I wanted to share other people's stories because their stories deserve to be told."
- Amy Enberg, FSW Student and Future Journalist
Humanities focuses on the particular historical periods, media, or themes, and examines the relationship between different types of cultural production (art, literature, drama, music, film, etc.), society, politics, and history.
Communication involves the academic study and practice in the use of written, verbal, and nonverbal communication to effectively interpret and produce information for internal and external publics. This pathway provides graduates with tools critical to communicating effectively in an ever-changing global workplace. Effective communication skills are essential for every field of work and this pathway is a strong building block to develop these skills. Check out these resources for more information about studying communication:
Crossing over into multiple areas, Global Studies includes study in the humanities, intercultural communication, languages, political science, international relations, and history.
As a Humanities, Communications & Global Studies student, you will have the opportunity to participate in a study abroad program through the FSW Center for International Education where you can gain enhanced perspective of the world, learn about new cultures, gain a deeper awareness of yourself, and make lifelong friends around the world.
Explore More Guided PathwaysAA Transfer Pathways
If you want to transfer to a University or complete your bachelor's at FSW, an Associate in Arts (AA) degree can be tailored so you can transfer into any major in the State University System.
College Credit Certificate (CCC) Programs
If you want to enhance your skills for a specific job, this type of program might be for you. CCCs require fewer credits and they may apply to an associate degree.
Social Media Communication (new Fall 2024)
Humanities Majors Foster Employable Skills
"Employers are looking for graduates with skills the humanities foster, such as critical thinking and ethical judgment. Humanities graduates are well-positioned to meet employers' needs and succeed in a variety of occupations." - National Humanities Alliance
Customize your own path!
Our Associate in Arts (AA) degree can be tailored to prepare you for ANY bachelor's degree program. Contact one of our champions for more information.
For questions about this Pathway, contact one of our Champions!
Humanities & Honors Scholar Program
Dr. Wendy Chase
Program Coordinator & Humanities Professor wendy.chase@fsw.edu
Courtney Daniels
Staff Assistant courtney.daniels@fsw.edu
Communication & Journalism
Dr. Jennifer Summary
Professor of Communication Studies jennifer.summary@fsw.edu
Joanna Liebelt
Student Success Advisor II & Communication Studies Professor joanna.liebelt@fsw.edu
English Language & Literature
Professor Tim Bishop
Faculty Librarian, Communication & Engagement tbishop@fsw.edu
Peter Van Leeuwen
Electronic Resources Coordinator pvanleeuwen@fsw.edu
Explore pathways that are related to Humanities, Communications & Global Studies.
