Our Alumni

“In my senior year at LMU, the L.A. Riots happened, and we could see the city go up in smoke from the bluff. It was then when I decided that I wanted to do something that would make an impact for my community. You cannot be indifferent to the importance of art in our society. Art has the possibility to affect people – particularly children – in transformative ways. Art is communication, and we need to remember that.”

“We are culture creators. We give viewers a moment to sit in the church of theatre or the church of television and preach what we have to say. So, if you have the opportunity to get to that pulpit — get there.”

Claudine Cazian '00
Director of Global Creator + Public Figure Programs, Meta

"My number one tip for students is to stay curious. I think that when you're out of school, learning is just beginning, and to really push yourself to continue to be curious and learn from the people all around you in all different fields."

“My time at LMU, especially in the Communication Studies department, was life-changing to say the least. Thanks to the combination of classes and the internships I was fortunate to partake in, I have learned more about myself and the career I want to pursue. Everything has a deeper meaning, especially the content that we see on a daily basis whether it’s social media, the shows we watch, the billboards we see, and the list goes on. At LMU, I learned to think outside the box, and to think about everything critically in the process of learning how to advocate for what’s right and for change.”

"I can confidently say the communication studies faculty, staff and my student peers encouraged me to dream, inspire, and feel part of a close-knit community. I was more than just a “number” within this department, but a voice that felt listened to and uniquely valued. The faculty truly take an interest each student on an individual level, fostering your creativity, ultimately challenging you to think and dream outside of your comfort zone. This inherently leads you to better understand the person you are becoming, the world you want to live in, the value of your own voice, and how you can develop a roadmap to go through the crazy world called life.”

"A degree in communication studies is truly helpful for no matter what field you pursue as a career. I currently am working in politics, and believe communication studies was the best major for me to be successful in my current role. The unique selection of courses offered makes it easy to learn about a wide array of topics within the communications field, which you can apply in a variety of professional settings. I routinely recall lessons from my courses at LMU and use them to execute my tasks in building political campaigns.”

Julia Silver '18
Research Analyst, UCLA Latino Policy & Politics Initiative

"Growing up, I always had a passion for both the living environment and politics. By exploring these interests in relation to communication within CMST, I was able to foster a career that combines political justice, the environment, and communication. I encourage all CMST students to branch out beyond their required course work and explore avenues that excite them, in order to ultimately cultivate a career that motivates them to do good in this world."