Communication Majors work with local villagers in Grand Goave, Haiti
The Communication degree focuses on understanding the many ways people collect, interpret, encode and disseminate information through language and other symbolic systems. It is a growing field that allows you to “major” in flexibility, as communication is the number one skill sought in job interviews and is vital for just about every human interaction. On the most practical level, every organization, from business to nonprofit, must communicate effectively in multiple forms to thrive in today’s culture, making communication careers a part of virtually every segment of the marketplace. Our vision is to empower students with skills that will benefit their personal and professional lives, as well as equip them for excellent service in God’s Kingdom. Rooted in the ancient traditions of oratory and rhetoric, communication today includes the study of leadership, social media, public relations, and intercultural interactions.
Opening night of King Lear at the Globe in London.
Bryce Hockema, Dr. Jim Shores, Chandler Vance, James Southworth
The Theatre program provides training for the well-rounded theatre artist – and that could be you! Acting, technical skills, design, and management: your work at Asbury will combine practical knowledge, academic depth and a natural integration of faith into your craft. Theatre is a living artform; starting your first year, you can be a creative partner in our stage, film and TV projects. Other opportunities include studying at The Globe Theatre in London, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and internships at theatres across the country.
June 14, 2022 — Beginning in Fall 2022, Asbury University will offer a Master of Arts in Communication. The 30-hour online program is designed for those seeking a creative emphasis while expanding their strategic and global communication insights and abilities in public relations, advertising and communication.
May 31, 2022 — Asbury’s Media Journalism department’s Collegian newspaper won the 2022 Kentucky Broadcasters Association (KBA) award for best website, along with journalism student Allie Sutton winning three KBA awards in different news story and reporting categories.
November 15, 2021 — Asbury English Professor Dr. Devin Brown contributed to a new film on the life of C.S. Lewis, one of the most famous Christian authors of the 20th century.
“Having the opportunity to do directed study research with Dr. Jones during my Junior year and participate in Asbury’s research symposium SEARCH was incredible. Dr. Jones found a way to combine everything I am interested in into the perfect research project.”
— Sydney Visionary Class of 2020
Communication
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“You’ll receive a quality, affordable education while immersing yourself in a supportive, compassionate community of professors, mentors, alumni, and peers.”
— Brittany
Visionary Class of 2020
Instructional Design
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“Asbury has offered me a place where I can grow not only as a person, but in my spirituality as well. If it wasn’t for Asbury, my life would look much different.”
— Jared
Visionary Class of 2020
Media Communication, Worship Arts
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“Asbury provides opportunities that you will not get at other universities because of its smaller size. You have better chances to make connections with your professors, and the Asbury professors have incredible connections throughout the world. They have plenty of outside experience, giving them exceptional knowledge in their field of study. ”
— Kari
Merciful Class of 2019
Media Communication, Theatre & Cinema Performance
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“The best part of being an Asbury student has been the support and guidance I’ve received from Asbury’s compassionate faculty and students. I’ve been able to pursue a degree while working full-time, traveling the world, and receiving guidance during difficult times in my life. Asbury goes above and beyond anything I’ve experienced at other universities.”
— Brittany Visionary Class of 2020
Instructional Design
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“My best experience while at Asbury has been having the opportunity to have personal relationships with staff, faculty, and administration and being able to serve an institution that has served me so well over the past three years.”
— Maggie Visionary Class of 2020
Communication, Business
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“I have some amazing relationships with my professors that have challenged me and show that they care about me outside of the classroom setting, which was a new experience for me after growing up in a public school system.”
— Haleigh Visionary Class of 2020
Communication with Public Relations Emphasis, Recreation with Adventure Leadership Emphasis
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“There are a million reasons why I would tell someone to choose Asbury. This place is special. I have grown so much in my walk with Christ, I am surrounded by the greatest community of friends, I have learned so much, and the professors truly care about us! I love Asbury!!”
— Charis
Visionary Class of 2020
Christian Ministries, Communication
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“The connections you gain as an Asbury grad will benefit you far beyond your time spent on the traditional or online campus. The Asbury name and the network you build through the Alumni family may be one of Asbury’s greatest assets.”
— Jennifer
Merciful Class of 2019
Instructional Design
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“The professors not only want to teach us, but to come alongside us and holistically care for us.”
— Natalia
Merciful Class of 2019
Communication, Intercultural Studies
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“My best experience has been working on different campaigns which I later used as work samples for graduate school.”
— David Merciful Class of 2019
Communication, Spanish
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“There are so many incredible experiences I have had at Asbury. My department has provided amazing opportunities outside of campus, such as the Olympics and Sundance. Being the stage manager of the live sitcom production and directing the Sophomore Musical both helped me grow my skills and are not half bad to put on a resume!”
— Kari
Merciful Class of 2019
Media Communication, Theatre & Cinema Performance
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“Above everything, the professors take a genuine interest in your life, both in and out of the classroom.”
— Sydney Visionary Class of 2020
Communication
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“It’s a great school with a great community. It’s been a great place to grow and learn to pursue your dreams.”
— Natalia
Merciful Class of 2019
Communication, Intercultural Studies
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“I have a collection of memories that make my overall experience at Asbury one that I will cherish for the rest of my life. Things like serving in Residence Life, learning how to make stained glass, translating Plato with Prof. Richardson, and leading worship for chapel in Hughes Auditorium have all made my time at Asbury so memorable.”
— Laura
Merciful Class of 2019
Worship Arts
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“My best experience has been the learning process. While challenging to juggle work, family, and studies, the opportunity to grow and apply new knowledge has made the sacrifices well worth it.”
— Sharon Appointed Class of 2021
Instructional Design
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“Asbury is not just a Christian University. We exalt God in everything we do here: through our academic courses, professor/student relationships, residential life, and weekend activities. Asbury truly is a university that places God at the forefront of everything they do, which can be seen daily.”
— Maggie Visionary Class of 2020
Communication, Business
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“I transferred to Asbury, and it has made all the difference. At Asbury I found a home. I love the community and that everyone here truly does life together. I had professors challenge me, set me up for success, and become mentors that I can trust to guide me not just in academics, but in my faith.”
— Laura
Merciful Class of 2019
Worship Arts
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“Asbury provides opportunities that you will never get anywhere else. It has top-of-the-line professors who have worked in the field and who care about you!”
— Kari
Merciful Class of 2019
Media Communication, Theatre & Cinema Performance
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“The professors here at Asbury are so intentional with their time, and they truly care about each student.”
— Madelyn
Faithful Class of 2022
Communication
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“Having a liberal arts education has given me a wider perspective and because of the language requirement, I discovered a passion for Greek and found a community who loves Classical Culture just as much as I do.”
— Laura
Merciful Class of 2019
Worship Arts
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“Asbury is a space for growing with Christ at the center of everything. There are many opportunities to go from here and impact the world for Christ’s Kingdom!”
— Gabe
Faithful Class of 2022
Intercultural Studies, Worship Arts
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“Asbury will give you the ability to ask questions you were to afraid to ask growing up. You will be met with grace and will find a community that will love you despite your doubts.”
— Derek
Appointed Class of 2021
Worship Arts
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“The best experience I’ve had so far has been being on my hall. The girls I’ve met through First Glide have been incredibly encouraging and loving from the moment I got here. I truly feel like I have made some life-long friendships.”
— Madelyn
Faithful Class of 2022
Communication
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“I love hearing different chapel speakers and worshipping. I also enjoy being a part of Chorale.”
— Gabe
Faithful Class of 2022
Intercultural Studies, Worship Arts
Words from our Students
“Being able to learn within a Christian worldview makes for an educational experience that trains your head, heart, and hands to serve the Lord!”
— Sharon Appointed Class of 2021
Instructional Design
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“The community is amazing here! Walking on campus you see familiar faces, even if you don’t personally know them and you feel like more than a just another number walking around campus. Faculty, staff, and other students care about you and want to see you succeed and grow.”
— Haleigh Visionary Class of 2020
Communication with Public Relations Emphasis, Recreation with Adventure Leadership Emphasis
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“At Asbury, I found that a quality educational experience and my Christian faith not only intersected, but each made the other stronger.”
— Jennifer
Merciful Class of 2019
Instructional Design
Words from our Students
“Asbury University has an incredibly conducive environment for spiritual development for anyone who is open and interested in such growth.”
— Daniel
Merciful Class of 2019
Theatre & Cinema Performance, Adventure Leadership
Words from our Students
“I have been able to work alongside faculty and administration that hold so much knowledge and be treated as an equal, which has stretched and grown me as an academic and as a leader.”
— Maggie Visionary Class of 2020
Communication, Business
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“I am thrilled with the quality of the instruction I received: no grad assistants, and most of my professors held PhDs in their field!”
— Jennifer
Merciful Class of 2019
Instructional Design
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“The professors invest themselves in classes. Each class has a Spiritual focus. God is invited into everything we do. You cannot find a better training environment.”
— Leanne
Visionary Class of 2020
Instructional Design
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“Asbury will allow you opportunities and connections you wouldn’t regularly be afforded at other institutions.”
— David Merciful Class of 2019
Communication, Spanish
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“There are so many experiences I have loved, but being a student athlete and being on the Asbury Volleyball team has been my favorite memory!”
— Charis
Visionary Class of 2020
Christian Ministries, Communication
Words from our Students
“A tight student-to-faculty ratio really allows for quality, close relationships with instructors.”
— Jared
Visionary Class of 2020
Media Communication, Worship Arts
Words from our Students
“When it came time to test my knowledge in the workplace, I was thrilled with how well my classes had prepared me for the real world.”
— Jennifer Merciful Class of 2019
Instructional Design
Words from our Students
“Having the opportunity to do directed study research with Dr. Jones during my Junior year and participate in Asbury’s research symposium SEARCH was incredible. Dr. Jones found a way to combine everything I am interested in into the perfect research project.”