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There has never been a more exciting time in media and communication. If your passion is storytelling, if your ambition is to make a mark on the world, if you are ready to learn your craft and create your own vision — then we are ready for you at the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication.
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90%
Percent of Herbert School graduates who accept employment positions within six months of graduation
2.86
Average number of internships students have during their time at the Herbert School
25
Miles from Hofstra’s campus to New York City, providing year-round access to internships and networking opportunities in the media capital of the world
About the Herbert School
The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication educates students to master, excel in, and provide leadership for the future of media. A curriculum that provides strong technical skills while remaining steadfastly committed to a liberal arts foundation means that our graduates are ready for the jobs out there today, but are also able to adapt to new conditions in the years and decades ahead.
Hands-On From Day One
The Herbert School offers many avenues to express your creativity and learn real-world skills, beginning from day one. Student-led organizations and productions provide opportunities to create life-long connections, develop professionally, and create a portfolio of work to help launch your career.
From writing sitcoms to creating podcasts, there’s a student media organization or production for everyone.
Our Faculty
Teachers, Experts, Mentors
You will learn from internationally recognized scholars, published authors, and veteran industry professionals, including Emmy Award-winners and Fulbright Scholars. Professors in the Department of Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations, and Department of Radio, Television, Film, are committed to providing Herbert School students with exceptional educational and professional learning experiences.
Pathways to Success
The Herbert School offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs designed to help you prepare for a rewarding career in the fast-paced media and communication industries.
Mastering Media
You will thrive in the Herbert School’s hands-on learning environment with access to top-tier technology.
RADIO
WRHU Studios
The newly-rebuilt WRHU 88.7 FM studios are capable of creating top-tier audio, video and social media content.
STATE OF THE ART
NewsHub
NewsHub is a state-of-the art newsroom and collaborative space.
The Real Deal
Production Studios
Production studios - including Studio A, a three-story, 3,750-foot space - are outfitted with 4K/UHD broadcast cameras.
Finishing Touches
Post Prodction
The post production facility for film and TV includes a new editing classroom, screening room, color correction suite and foley studio.
On-Air
Audio Studio
A new multimedia audio studio and control room serves as an on-air classroom that allows students to mix live music and talk shows.
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