Public Relations, Minor
Program Details
- Location
- Akron Campus
- Level
- undergraduate
- Degree/Program Type
- minor
- Format
- In-person
- Course Info
- Curriculum Guide
- College
- Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences (BCAS)
- School/Department
- School of Communication
Program Contact
- McKenna Vietmeier, M.A.
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Assistant Director & Professor of Instruction
330.972.5657
Overview
The Public Relations minor gives students from any major the opportunity to develop professional communication skills. You’ll learn how to write compelling content, craft strategic messages, and build effective campaigns that connect with audiences. Whether you’re interested in working in corporate, nonprofit, or public sectors, this minor adds valuable credentials and practical experience to your degree.
Admissions Requirements
Students must meet the general admissions requirements for the University of Akron.
Students majoring in Public Relations cannot minor in Public Relations.
Career Outcomes
Adding a Public Relations minor opens doors to careers in communications, marketing, media relations, and nonprofit outreach. Students gain skills that support roles in content creation, strategy development, brand storytelling, and campaign execution. PR is a versatile skill set valued across industries—from healthcare and education to business and government—and pairs well with majors in communication, business, political science, and the arts.