Division of Business

Public Relations

Public Relations Major Requirements and Course Descriptions

Key Points

• A newly revised, vibrant public relations curriculum focusing on writing skills, communication strategies, ethics, and general business knowledge
• Location in Central Ohio lends itself to diverse internship opportunities
• Grounded in the Catholic Dominican tradition with an emphasis on ethics, critical thinking, verbal and written communication, and the liberal arts

Mission Statement
The mission of the Public Relations program at Ohio Dominican University is to educate students in the professional knowledge, skills, and values that will result in the effective communication of truth. The vision for the Public Relations program is to develop graduates who are grounded in the liberal arts, possess strong writing skills, employ effective communication strategies, and understand the language of business.

Program Description
The Public Relations major at ODU prepares students for careers in public relations, public affairs, corporate communications, marketing communications, and related fields. The curriculum is a writing-intensive and business-oriented program with a foundation in the liberal arts. The senior capstone course, PRS 496, will assist students in career planning and portfolio development. Students are required to earn at least a "B" in Freshman English before majoring in Public Relations.

Program Coordinator
Kerri Mollard