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School of Communication
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
United States
Experiential Learning
Welcome to AU SOC Experiential Learning. In collaboration with the AU Career Center and the Office of Development and Alumni Relations, the School of Communication (SOC) connects current students and recent graduates with AU alumni, parents and professionals working in the field of communication. We offer site visits, panel discussions, workshops, networking events, interviews, meetings and productions leading to meaningful relationships and successful careers.
The globe is our laboratory. SOC faculty are leaders in the communication industry, uniquely positioned to engage and empower students, and our alumni are dedicated and engaged.
Whether you are a student, alum, professor or professional, get involved and get going with AU SOC Experiential Learning.
Program Opportunities
L.A. Intensive
A week-long adventure connecting SOC students to industry professionals and networking opportunities in LA.
NYC Career Intensive
Students explore career paths and industry trends while getting exclusive access to AU alumni living and working in New York City.
Virtual L.A. Experience
Engaging conversations between successful alumni in the L.A. entertainment industry and SOC students and early-career alumni.
Center for Environmental Filmmaking
Creating award-winning environmental films and innovative media.
Investigative Reporting Workshop
Students work alongside our professional reporters and editors on active investigations on a range of critical issues.
Dean's Internships
Combine classroom learning with real-world application — and get academic credit.
Internships
Explore the wide world of internship experiences and opportunities to earn credits!
SOC Mentorship
Our alumni mentoring program bridges the gap between the classroom and the professional world as you prepare for your future career.
Discover the World of Communication
SOC’s premiere summer workshops connecting high school students to hands-on learning opportunities.
Presidential Primaries
A semester-long course connecting communications politics through hands-on experiences at the 2020 presidential primaries.
Classroom in the Wild
A week-long intensive introducing students to the challenges and fun of environmental filmmaking.
Learning by Doing
Classroom in the Wild participants practice environmental filmmaking in Alaska.
Omama Altleb's capstone article was picked up by the AP.
SOC student Alec Rhodes, Assistant Professor Maggie Stogner, and student Cody Cohen operate the Sony FS5 camera.
Interested in sports journalism? Report straight from Nationals Park.
Develop real-world skills operating the SOC Media Production Center digital control room.
Travel to L.A. and learn from successful alums in the industry.
Explore the globe through study abroad and other travel opportunities.