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THE LAWRENCE HERBERT SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION

JOURNALISM, MEDIA STUDIES, AND PUBLIC RELATIONS

The Department of Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations at Hofstra University provides students with real-world experience in professional settings combined with education in the theory, art, and practice of journalism and public relations. 

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Learn to think critically as you explore countless opportunities to express yourselves creatively and prepare for careers as the next generation of communication leaders.

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The Student Experience

Hofstra’s Department of Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations offers dynamic courses and out-of-the-classroom experiences.

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Career Potential

Our students graduate prepared for careers in online, broadcast and print journalism, information graphics, media analysis, scholarly research, and public relations.

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Mission, Goals, and Strategy

The undergraduate programs offered by the Department of Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations are accredited by the prestigious Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications. Our programs meet the ACEJMC’s rigorous requirements and follow the organization’s guiding principles, which form the basis of the department’s mission, goals, strategy, and assessment plans. 

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Location

Room 322 The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication
111 Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 11549

P: 516-463-4873
F: 516-463-4866

Office Hours

Monday – Friday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Summer: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Department Chair

Jingsi Christina Wu, PhD
Professor, Dept. of Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations

516-463-5226

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Associate Chair

Victoria Semple
Associate Professor, Dept. of Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations

516-463-6513

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Student retention and graduation rates, and internship information.

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