Public Relations Concentration

Learn how to write and pitch public relations communications. An understanding of marketing theory is emphasized in this concentration, in addition to reporting, editing and design. You will develop strong speech skills and learn how to manage organizational conflict. 

Public Relations is offered at the following locations.

• Ottawa, KS (Residential Campus)

Public Relations Concentration Courses

A concentration consists of a minimum of four courses, of which at least 12 semester credits must be upper division. See the course catalog for more information regarding concentrations.
Select at least four of the following courses:

• Advanced Intercollegiate Forensics
• Layout and Design
• Advanced Newspaper Production
• Advanced Reporting & Editing
• Managing Organizational Conflict
• Public Relations Writing
• Public Relations

University Accreditation

Ottawa University, as a whole, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Specific degree programs within our institution have also been accredited by relevant bodies within the field:

• Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
• Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and master's degree program in nursing Ottawa University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
• National Addiction Studies Accreditation Commission (NASAC)
• Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
• National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA)

We are proudly recognized for our commitment to student excellence by the following designations:

• Colleges of Distinction 2021-22
• GOLD Military Friendly School 2021-22