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Add a public relations minor to gain key strategic communication skills needed in almost all professions. Our hands-on public relations minor equips you with the basic knowledge & skills to develop, manage, & implement strategic communication for organizations & their stakeholders.

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Minor
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Public Relations students at EIU

Why Study Public Relations at EIU?

  • Experiential learning inside & outside of the classroom: Our faculty integrate active learning assignments, and you can join our student-run PR firm, Panther Communication, to gain experience and build your portfolio from day one.
  • Gain strategic communication skills and expertise needed in any profession
  • Supportive faculty who are award-winning educators and highly committed to your learning, growth, and success.
  • The minor is tied to one of only a few stand-alone public relations majors in the State of Illinois with a large selection of public relations classes informed by the profession.
  • Curriculum designed to easily combine the minor with any major.
"From the moment I stepped onto campus, every professor, staff member, and student I encountered treated me with such genuine warmth and respect, as if I were already a valued member of their community. Despite not having officially joined the EIU family, I immediately felt a deep sense of belonging. The atmosphere was one of comfort and inclusivity, where everyone seemed genuinely invested in my success and well-being."
Abbey McCord
Public Relations | Class of 2025
Abbey McCord, Public Relations at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Join our student-run PR firm Panther Communication and work with real clients from day one.
  • Complete internships for course credit as part of your public relations electives.
  • Enhance your professional development by joining our chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA).
  • Develop public relations campaigns & content as part of your coursework in classes such as Public Relations and Content Creation, Public Relations Campaigns, and Strategic Messages and Influence, among others.
  • Study abroad at one of our partner universities.
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Hands-On Experience, Public Relations students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The Public Relations minor prepares you to manage public communication and relationships with stakeholders in any industry or sector, including for-profit and nonprofit organizations. It is a fit if you enjoy communication, media and planning, and you want strategic communication skills that apply to almost any profession.

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Career Outcomes

  • Regulatory Affairs Managers
  • Compliance Managers
  • Loss Prevention Managers
  • Wind Energy Development Managers
  • Web & Digital Interface Designers
  • Video Game Designers
  • Communications Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Marketing Managers
  • Advertising & Promotions Managers

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly · Openings
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Enterprising

Connect With Us

Matt Gill
Department Chair
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2542 Buzzard Hall
217-581-6003
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Claudia Janssen Danyi
Professor
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2544
217-581-6003
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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