Pictured | David Saleh | Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, Public Relations and Strategic Communication; Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, Relational Communication and Social Interaction / Minor in Political Science  | South Bend, Indiana (hometown)
Volunteer Activities | South Bend Community School Corporation (head wrestling coach–middle school; head girls' wrestling coach–high school)
Club Affiliation | Muslim Student Association

Minor in Public Relations

The minor in Public Relations introduces students to the rigorous and rewarding work of the public relations practitioner. Public relations is a multifaceted, ever-evolving field woven into society in many dimensions from organizations and nonprofits to politics and entertainment. In this minor, students practice public relations theory, research, strategic planning, writing, and ethics.

• Students must complete all requirements in the minor with a grade of C- or higher.
• All courses are 3 credits, unless otherwise stated.

Academic Advising

Your academic advisor is a critical partner in fostering your success at IU South Bend and beyond. Your advisor will help you explore academic majors and careers, plan your degree, choose classes, learn about internships and study abroad, and much more. To see who is assigned as your advisor, visit your Student Online Advising Record in one.iu.edu. For more information about advising at IU South Bend, visit the website for the Undergraduate Advising Center.

Final responsibility for meeting degree requirements rests with the student.

Questions about advising? Email sbadvise@iu.edu or call (574) 520-4550.

Requirements (15 cr.)

• COMM-S 200 Introduction to Mass Communication
• JOUR-J 200 Reporting, Writing and Editing I
• JOUR-J 319 Introduction to Public Relations
• JOUR-J 390 Public Relations Writing
• JOUR-J 429 Public Relations Campaigns