Ever since SUNY New Paltz made the jump from ‘Blackboard’ to ‘Brightspace’, we had to adapt our old application for internship eligibility. Luckily, nothing much has changed except it’s now easier and better than ever before! First, before you apply, make sure you are qualified to apply for eligibility. Here is the checklist: Continue reading
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Introducing the MA in Strategic Communication: Seniors Can Take Graduate Courses!
The Department of Communication is excited to announce the launch of its graduate degree, Master of Arts in Strategic Communication, beginning Spring 2024. This program caters to both traditional students and working professionals. The program is entirely new and still accepting students for the Spring 2024 semester! As a whole, it focuses on facilitating conversations, communication theory, conducting research, and most importantly, real-world application. 
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Busting Internship Myths
Myth 1: Internships are required for COM majors
Reality 1: Internships are optional for COM majors, but they are beneficial
Internships give you practical, real-life experience in the workplace. Even though you are not required to complete an internship as a Communication major, it can be very helpful to do so.
Communication and Social Media Internship Opportunity with The Newburgh Urban Farm and Food Initiative (NUFFI)
The Newburgh Urban Farm and Food Initiative (NUFFI), is a not for profit organization that empowers residents working together to build a just and resilient food system that improves the environment and health of the community in the City of Newburgh.
NUFFI is seeking a Communications Intern to assist with community engagement through NUFFI’s social media accounts. The position is for an individual who can commit 2-5 hours a week on a flexible schedule, with a majority of the work being done remotely. The position will report to the NUFFI’s Communications Consultant.
Position Responsibilities:
- Post to social media accounts and generate interactions
- Aid in creating and scheduling social media posts
- Attend events and document details for website and social media content
Position Requirements:
- Proficient in Instagram and Facebook platforms
- Knowledgeable in content creation
- Able to work 2-5 hours a week and is flexible for some weekend events
- Fluent in Spanish is a plus but not required
The internship can start as soon as possible and can run as long as intern is available. Compensation for the position would be $18/ hour.
**NOTE: If you want to earn credits for this internship, you must comply with the department internship requirements (advance eligibility, follow the academic calendar, register through Nancy Heiz, etc.) Refer to tinyurl.com/npinternpacket for all guidelines.
To apply, send your Resume and a brief Cover Letter to vkasinki@nuffi.org
Congrats to the 2023 Lambda Pi Eta Honor Society Inductees
How to Download your Progress Report as a PDF
When applying for internship eligibility it is important to upload your ENTIRE progress report as a PDF. Uploading screenshots of your progress report is NOT sufficient. Saving your progress report as a PDF is not only required for internship eligibility, but it is also handy to know for future reference. See the graphic below for the process Continue reading
You Must Find an Internship Placement by May 31 If You Are Interning This Summer
The first day of classes for the Summer 2023 session is May 31. This means that in order to intern this summer, you need to find and secure a placement by May 31. Your internship doesn’t need to begin exactly on May 31, but you must have the placement secured with Internship Coordinator Nancy Heiz. For more information on the summer schedule, click here.
Post-Graduation Career Help is Available!
The Career Resource Center is an amazing place on campus to help you prepare for heading into the career world. They can set up mock interviews and they have drop-in hours for resume and cover letter help, and career preparation resources. All of these resources are available to you even if you’ve graduated. They have career specialists eager to help before or after you walk the stage! Continue reading
Attention Juniors and Seniors: Make Note of Unavailable Classes for Fall 2023 Preregistration in Communication Studies
Because some Communication Studies classes are only available once per academic year, it’s important to make note of the classes available and unavailable to you to ensure you don’t miss any required courses. Here is a four-semester plan to help you craft your schedule in order to avoid missing anything. Continue reading
Fall ‘23 Schedule of Classes is Live: Create Your Schedule Now!
The Fall 2023 schedule of classes is now live on newpaltz.edu under the academics tab. Make sure to create your schedule for next semester and meet with your major advisor prior to your time assignment to boost your chances of securing your preferred classes. Always research lots of classes and have several back-up schedules in case you don’t get your first or second choices. Continue reading