Message To Our Students
Welcome to APSU!
It is my pleasure to welcome you to APSU’s family of learners! It's normal to have concerns about balancing the academic rigors of graduate education with your personal life; it shows you care about your success and your loved ones. Rest assured, your faculty, who are all my friends, share this concern and are dedicated to supporting both your academic and personal success.
We aim to provide you with a wonderful learning experience, and we believe you can achieve great things here. APSU has a rich history of graduate students completing their academic milestones and embarking on new adventures. You are the role model we look to for guiding our community toward great accomplishments.
I look forward to meeting you and celebrating your success on the graduation stage!
Best,
Chad S. Brooks, PhD
Whether you're continuing your academic journey with us or joining the APSU family for the first time, we're thrilled to have you here! As you dive into your studies, don't forget to mark your calendars for our College of Arts and Letters events, open to all students and often to the community as well. Just for graduate students, we host hooding ceremonies for those graduating each semester to celebrate your achievements. It’s a special time to honor your hard work with your peers, and of course, enjoy some well-deserved refreshments!
Stay connected with us through our monthly newsletters and on social media, where we share the latest updates, opportunities, and events. Also, be sure to tune into our podcast series, Govs on the Go, where we highlight the incredible paths our faculty and alumni have taken with their degrees from APSU—you might just find some inspiration for your own journey!
Dr. William "Buzz" Hoon
Dean, College of Arts and Letters
Graduate school allows you to take your media and communication studies to a more in-depth level. We assume you are ready to become a specialist in your field. We are interested in your exploration of communication as a practice and your efforts to introduce your work in an organized manner supported by facts. Our courses are designed to make you a better communication practitioner, a better writer, a true leader. Please try to see each course as a chance to learn and add tools to your professional toolbox.
In short, welcome to our program, and the next chapter in your career!
Dr. Christina Hicks-Goldston,
Professor and Graduate Coordinator
Welcome to the Department of Communication at Austin Peay State University!
We are thrilled you’ve chosen to join our dynamic community of learners. As you step into this new chapter of your academic journey, know that you are entering a department dedicated to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and professional excellence.
Our department is a vibrant hub where theory meets applied practice. Here, you will explore the multifaceted world of communication, from media studies and public relations to organizational communication and digital media. Our curriculum is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in communication theories while also offering practical skills that are essential in today’s fast-paced, media-driven world.
Our faculty members are not only accomplished scholars but also passionate educators and mentors. They bring a wealth of professional experience from various fields and are committed to helping you succeed. Whether you are engaging in online discussions, participating in research projects, or seeking career advice, our faculty are here to support and guide you every step of the way.
As you embark on this exciting journey, remember that you are part of a community that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence. We are excited to see the unique perspectives and contributions you will bring to our department.
Welcome to Austin Peay State University’s Department of Communication. Here’s to a successful and inspiring academic journey!
Cheers,
Dr. Rob Baron
Department Chair and Professor
Department of Communication
Austin Peay State University