Communication Studies Careers

Christina Crane & Michelee Murdoch interning with CBS

"What can I do with this major?"

Departmental Resources

Get Involved: Niagara has a great many opportunities to get involved and build skills through our television studio, radio etc.

Internships & Co-ops: Internships and co-ops can give communication students an edge in the job market. Talk to your faculty, visit Career Services, or explore the Arts & Sciences site to learn more about internship and co-op opportunities.

Connect with Alumni on Facebook: Connect with alumni through the Niagara University Department of Communication Studies Facebook page.

Career Contacts

The following faculty, alumni, and staff have volunteered to speak with students about possible careers. To volunteer or update your contact information, Contact Us.

Communication Studies Faculty

Facebook Site
Jessica Biegaj (Alumna) - jbiegaj@buffalo.edu
Community Relations Associate for Programming, University at Buffalo
Campaign Coordinator, UB Employees Campaign for the Community
Ed Buttaccio (Employer) - ed.buttaccio@ynn.com
News Director at YNN Rochester

Fred Heuer (Alumnus/Staff) - frederick.heuer@ccwny.org
Annual Appeal Parish Division Coordinator, Catholic Charities of Buffalo, NY
Former Assistant Vice President for Marketing, Niagara University

Lisa McMahon (Staff) - lmcmahon@niagara.edu
Associate Director for Publications, Niagara University
Experienced newspaper reporter, feature writer, editor, and graphic designer

Ted Ritter (Alumnus) - TRitter@njtpa.org
Principal Planner: External Affairs, North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority
Freelance Writing & Journalism
Master’s in Journalism and Public Affairs from American University’s School of Communications

Geoffrey Reddick (Alumnus) - geoff.redick@ynn.com
Reporter YNN Albany
Brian Rock (Staff) - bdr@niagara.edu
Multimedia Production Specialist, Niagara University

Bryan Semski (Alumnus, 2007) - bsemski@niagara.edu
Assistant Director of Admissions, Niagara University
Studying Mental Health Counseling, Niagara University
Michelle (Clements) Semski - (Alumna, 2008/2010) - michelle.semski@yahoo.com
Studied Interdisciplinary Studies: Student Affairs Focus, Niagara University
Academic Advisor, Bryant & Stratton College