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Engaged Learning
Engaged Learning
Welcome to the School of Communication (SOC) at Loyola University Chicago's Engaged Learning page, where we are dedicated to shaping students into confident, skilled, and passionate world changers in media and communication. Nestled in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast, SOC offers a world-class education enriched by the abundance of nearby internship opportunities from businesses and nonprofits alike. Our commitment to immersive learning extends globally, with a range of study abroad experiences in captivating destinations such as Brazil, Cannes, France, London, Korea, and more, along with extensive programs in the heart of Washington D.C. Join us on a transformative journey to unlock your full potential in the dynamic field of communication.
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Engaged Learning
Study Abroad
Empower your global journey: SOC's Study abroad opportunities prepare you for success worldwide!
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Engaged Learning
Washington D.C. Program
Fostering leaders for change: SOC's Washington D.C. internship program empowers students to make a difference as advocates for others.
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Engaged Learning
Internships
Fueling your future: SOC's internships power real-world experience and networking for career-ready graduates.
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Eileen on the Cherry Blossoms, Kennedy Center and More
Discover firsthand what life is like as a Washington D.C. intern at Loyola University Chicago from someone who's been there!
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SOC Students Uncover South Korea
How do you navigate a different culture that speaks another language and uses its own alphabet? Students from Loyola’s School of Communication learned the answers to these questions and more during a two-week immersion trip to South Korea.
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SOC student scores internship with NHL team
Claire Filpi, a multimedia journalism major, is finishing up her senior year in a unique way.
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My favorite part about the internship is how much I get to do. Being with a professional sports team, I was expecting to just be logging tape all day at my computer. As you can see I have done so much more than that. This truly has been the best experience of my life and I am so grateful the School of Communication has made this possible. Claire Filpi, Alumna, School of Communication