Alumni Speaks

Before you decide to pursue a B.A. in Communication Studies and Theatre Arts, it might be important to hear how our former students rate the program:

Andrea Tatum (Graduated: May 2006): "When I first came to Delta State, there was not speech and theatre program offered, but to my surprise, it was started before my junior year. I was in the program the first two years that it became available to students, and it was nothing less than impressive. The classes and teachers taught me everything I needed to know for the real world. They taught me to be a better writer and speaker, which helped me get a great job when I graduated from college. Having a degree in this field is great because there are an extensive range of jobs for those with a speech background. Most employers look to hire someone with good communication skills, and majoring in speech and theatre at Delta State will help any graduate become successful in this area. The program is growing into something spectacular at Delta State, and I see it becoming even more remarkable each year."

Andrea is currently employed as writer and editor of varsity.com at Varsity Brands, Inc., in Memphis, Tennessee.

Nicholas Thompson (Graduated: May 2001): "I regularly interact with people from all around the world. The skills that I gained through the Speech Communication and Theatre Arts program at Delta State have equipped me with the tools that I need to be an effective communicator in our global society."

Nicolas is currently working as a Policy Advisor to the Assistant Secretary for Public and Indian Housing, Department of Housing and Urban Development, in Washington D.C.

Josh West (Graduated: May 2005): "Moving into a graduate program at a major research university has been very demanding. The Communication and Theatre major at Delta State prepared [me]for the challenge. The transition to graduate school has been seamless because of the hands on instruction I received at the undergraduate level."

Josh is currently working on a Masters degree in Public Policy at Mississippi State University

Kendra T. Williams (Graduated: December 2004): "My involvement with the Communication and Theatre Department has provided me with a fresh new perspective of the world. Learning about the origin of communication, its various components and its function in everyday life has significantly enhanced my personal skills. I feel fully equipped to relate to others and convey ideas successfully regardless of setting or subject matter. Through this area of study, I have gained a new appreciation for the process of communication and the critical part it plays in nearly every aspect of our lives."

Kendra is currently the Executive Assistant of the Agape Storge Christian Center in Greenville, Mississippi.

Tarishan Winder (Graduated: May 2006): "The Communication and Theatre program at DSU offers exceptional professors, applicable course resources, and responsive classroom environments. The Program prepares students for entry into careers where effective communication skills are imperative. I've been able to use the knowledge acquired from my speech communication education in my other classes, work environment, and ministry. I'm certain that the skills I've attained through this program will continue to profit me throughout my academic and professional career."

Tarishan is currently working as a public relation specialist at Genesis Hospice in Greenville, Mississippi.

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