Communication Studies Dragon Stories

Erick George was a triple major and minor at MSUM. Now, he is the producer of The Valley Today at Valley News Live and is doing his own segment on former presidents, "The Countdown to 47."

Michelle Olson has been inducted into the College of Fellows of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) for her distinguished career and contributions to the public relations field.

Junior Carlyssa Pfennig began a unique internship this summer and shares what her journey has taught her and where it is taking her. 

Communication studies alum Jordan Maahs, co-founder of The Plant Supply, will be one of the featured speakers at the upcoming StartUp Brew event.

Discover Karl Hoium's journey of mentorship and career growth spurred by MSUM. Influenced by Dr. Martin Grindeland and Larry Scott, Karl's passion for sports led him from mass communication studies to a successful career with the RedHawks. His story highlights the value of internships, hard work, and dedication in the sports industry.

Grace Kennedy, a communication studies major, will graduate MSUM with years of impactful storytelling as an intern for three local marketing teams.

Minnesota State University Moorhead students Kseniia Gaidamukha and Brenda Correa-Mendez broke tradition by being the only student presenters at the prestigious 2023 ACUI/NIRSA Collegiate Marketing Institute, a professional conference for the advancement of recreation, sport, and wellness.

Stacey Benson ('90) has received one of MSUM's 2023 Distinguished Alumni awards.

Tim Connolly ('78) has received one of MSUM's 2023 Distinguished Alumni awards.

Katie Merrick is using her experience and skills gained from her communication studies degree to aid her in her work for the Fargo Force.

Amy Iler earned her BS in communication studies at MSUM in 2006 and continues to give a voice to those in the F/M area as a radio host for KFGO. 

During his 42-year career with The Associated Press, Jeff Baenen covered everything from famous musicians to scandals and politics. He credits much of his success to the education he received at Minnesota State University Moorhead, and is now helping the next generation of journalists by starting a scholarship of his own.