Q&A with Maria Corradini '24
The media & communication major graduated a semester early and began her career as part of the marketing team for the Lehigh Valley.
Dedicated to the integration of media analysis and media production for social justice in a liberal arts setting.
From building social networks to organizing protests and sharing global stories, media and communication dramatically affect our personal lives, our country and our world. Media literacy is essential for fostering connections, advancing social justice, combating misinformation and uplifting democracy.
At Muhlenberg, you’ll work closely with faculty to research, analyze and create media of all forms—visual, digital, print, oral and hybrid. You’ll investigate social, political, economic and cultural contexts that shape and are shaped by media. You’ll hone your creative voice and express yourself persuasively.
This program emphasizes real-world learning that will prepare you for a fulfilling career. Write for The Muhlenberg Weekly, our student newspaper or host a show on WMUH, our campus radio station. Intern with a local organization, present your media creations at a conference or art show, or study abroad to open yourself up to endless perspectives.
No matter your chosen path, you’ll engage with the media landscape while deepening your knowledge and skills as an information leader.
Your Media & Communication experience provides opportunities to create, learn and grow and continues outside of the classroom with numerous organizations, clubs and special projects.
Our department is equipped with a range of multimedia technologies to give students an industry-leading, hands-on experience.
Master the convergence of media analysis and production training, interwoven in practice and by mission, to become a reflective and ethical media maker.
Our media & communication alumni go on to careers in marketing, journalism, advertising and much more. Check out some of the organizations, companies and graduate schools that became destinations for Muhlenberg grads.
MEDIA & COMMUNICATION AT MUHLENBERG
“I fell in love with the process,” she says. “I loved every aspect of it, but I literally lost [track of] time in the editing.”— Daniela Quiroz ’10 , Film Editor
“The idea that we were able to tell a story that people connected with and felt was important enough to say it was deserving of this award … it doesn’t feel disposable.”— Joe Nash '07 , Emmy-winning Executive Producer
“I think what it means to be a part of the Muhlenberg community is to remember to live as boldly as possible.”— Laura Diorio ’20 , Social Media Coordinator at Intercontinental Exchange
A semester abroad experience designed for Media & Communication and Film Studies students at Dublin City University (DCU), Ireland.
The Honors Program allows qualified students the opportunity to enrich their experiences in media and communication theory, history, and practice.
An opportunity to work with professionals in practical preparation for your career.
A week-long event each year, where successful Muhlenberg Media & Communication and Film Studies Alumni network and hold workshops with current students.
Two members of the faculty were recently promoted to full professor.
After graduating a semester early, media & communication major Maria Corradini ’24 began a role at Discover Lehigh Valley, which promotes the dynamic region that includes Allentown.
Glicklin is a media & communication and English double major from Burke, Virginia.
On November 5, Lorenzo Servitje will present his lecture “Culture as Infrastructure: Dracula, Zombies, and Contemporary Healthcare,” and the Wallenberg Tribute Dinner will honor the Krysta Hankee Memorial Fund for its community building and family support initiatives.