Sports Media & Communication
Interested in a mix of broadcasting, public relations, advertising, journalism and showing up hours before and staying long after the big game? Then you're in the right place. Sports media and communication focuses on the ins and outs of how to succeed in the world of sports. It's not conditioning for the NFL draft, but gaining valuable skills in reporting, marketing and engaging fans. No matter which direction you go, you will learn creative problem-solving, critical thinking, excellent writing and strategic decision-making. Take classes in:
SPORTS MEDIA RELATIONS
SPORTS BROADCASTING
SPORTS JOURNALISM
SPORTS DATA & ANALYTICS
Our students hit the ground running the minute they step into Andersen Hall. Your portfolio will build itself through each class, from an intro-level sports writing course to covering the Nebraska football spring game.
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Nebraska students turned a real world challenge for FOX Sports U into an award–winning campaign. -
At this year's Red-White Spring game, Kassidy Otteman had an amazing hands-on experience working on the sidelines and learning about sports promotion and events. -
Tommy Rezac covers local and national sports news for the weekly student produced TV program Star City News.
Learn from John Shrader who spent 35 years in sports TV and broadcasting in California.
See John's Credentials
Meet Paige Dimakos, the lead digital/video host and social media director at FanRag Sports Network.
See how she got there
Your major is more than what you get done in the classroom. At Nebraska, you will find plenty of ways to get your hands dirty with experiences through student clubs and organizations, learning communities and education abroad opportunities.
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Spring Football Game
Take the field at the annual Red-White Spring Game to experience what it’s like to be a sports communication professional.
Friends of KRNU
Get involved in creative production and promotion of the campus radio station 90.3 FM.
FOX Sports U
Warm up for the big leagues working with a national client.
Student Advisory Board
Amplify the voices of your peers.
National Competitions
Put your skills to the test on the national stage.
CoJMC Ambassadors
Learn the ropes from experienced upperclassmen.
