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"We’re rooted in media excellence, academic rigor, and cultural authenticity"

Special message from Dr. Alan K. Caldwell, Interim Dean of School of Communication, Texas Southern University

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Welcome to the School of Communication (SOC) at Texas Southern University, where creativity, culture, and purpose collide to shape the next wave of storytellers, strategists, and media disruptors. With 50 years of legacy and impact, SOC is more than a school — it’s a professional launchpad. As one of the nation’s top communication programs at a Historically Black College and University, we’re rooted in media excellence, academic rigor, and cultural authenticity.

Whether you're vibing with journalism, diving into digital media, dreaming of film production and winning that Oscar, managing the entertainment industry, or mastering strategic communication — SOC is your space to grow, create, and lead.

Here, you’ll find:

    • A supportive community that amplifies your voice.
    • A creative ecosystem where bold ideas thrive.
    • Faculty who are industry pros and mentors.
    • Resources that turn passion into profession.

This is where innovation lives. Where your story begins. Where your future takes flight.

Houston Is Our Classroom. SOC Is the Launchpad.

This is H-Town — a city that’s as bold, diverse, and drives culture. As the fourth-largest city in the U.S. — it’s a playground for creativity, culture, and connection. From street art to startup energy, Houston pulses with opportunity.

Here’s what’s waiting for you at the School of Communication (SOC):

Majors that Matter

Choose your path from four powerhouse programs:

      • Communication Studies
      • Entertainment & Recording Industry Management
      • Journalism
      • Radio/Television/Film

Graduate Programs That Lead

Ready to level up? Our master’s programs are built to launch leaders in media, strategy, and beyond.

Curriculum That Levels Up

We don’t just teach theory — we teach relevance. Our courses evolve with tech, trends, and the digital world, so you’re always ahead of the curve.

Facilities That Flex

Step into our TV production studio, podcasting suite, audio recording centers, and KTSU 2 — the student-run radio station. Create, collaborate, and broadcast your voice on the VIBE, our student media platform.

Experience That Translates

From classroom to career, SOC equips you with the skills, tools, and confidence to thrive. You won’t just graduate — you’ll be ready to lead.

We Don’t Just Cover the Story — We Are the Story.

At SOC, it’s not just about earning a degree — it’s about launching your future.

You’ll train in next-level facilities:

      • A fully equipped TV production studio
      • A cutting-edge podcasting suite
      • Professional-grade audio recording centers
      • KTSU 2, our student-run radio station
      • And The VIBE, your platform to create, publish, and be heard

These aren’t just tools — they’re your stage, your mic, your spotlight. You’ll build real-world skills, create bold content, and graduate with a portfolio that speaks louder than any résumé.

Our faculty? They’re award-winning pros — researchers, creatives, and industry leaders who mentor you, challenge you, and help turn your talent into a career.

And our alumni? They’re Emmy winners, global journalists, and media innovators who started right here — just like you will.

We're Ready, Are You?

Come to SOC. Create the news. Be the news.