Communication Arts @ UIW | UIW Communication Arts Testimonials

Testimonials

With seemingly infinite career opportunities, graduates work as writers, producers, directors, editors, public relations specialists, videographers, filmmakers, broadcast journalists, advertising specialists, event planners, social media specialists, teachers, web specialists, bilingual journalists, convergent media specialists, among others.

Current Students

Abigail Velez | Major: Communication Arts | Minor: Political Science
Within the time that I have been in the Communication Arts department at UIW, I have met so many helpful and influential people and have gained an abundance of knowledge! As a transfer student, I was nervous about how smooth the transition would go entering this department, but not only was I welcomed with open arms, I was invited to join every aspect of the department! I am now a sportswriter for the Logos, a multimedia journalist for UIWtv, and a star student in my classes! The professors are willing to help in every way possible and prioritize the growth of their students! My peers in my classes are encouraging and uplifting and have never hesitated to send me an e-mail of kind words and encouragement! My advisors are helpful, knowledgeable, and insightful when it comes to getting the best experience out of my university life, along with providing a clear-cut path to graduation. Without the opportunities and amenities that UIW provides for me, I would not be as successful of a student, and prepared for my career right after graduation.
Drew Lutz | Major: Communication Arts
My experience with COMM ARTS has been great just in my first and second year. I have learned so much, and have gotten to learn from great professors. I have also been able to make great relationships with the students in COMM ARTS and I can’t wait to grow and make more relationships with these awesome people. I believe this department has helped me not only with my Communications major but also has helped me with my people skills and becoming a better communicator. I am very blessed to have found this department and am excited to see where it takes me in the future.
Justin Kraiza | Major: Communication Arts
My experiences at UIW have been nothing short of insightful and engaging. The Communication Arts department has taught me the value of self-determination and hard work. I genuinely feel humbled to be working as Assistant Editor for the Logos and hope to use this knowledge in the prospective field of journalism.
Katya Moffitt | Major: Communication Arts | Minor: Marketing
My time at UIW has really shaped me into who I am today. Both the students and professors are what made my time here so memorable. They taught me so much and pushed me to better myself in every aspect. I had the privilege to work as a part of KUIW Radio and that helped me shed my once shy exterior. I learned so much about myself along this journey and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I have met some of the most amazing people in the Comm Arts department. I genuinely can’t imagine my college experience without them and I will cherish the memories forever.

Bachelor's Degree

Aaron Garcia, B.A. in Communication Arts | Class of May 2013
I enjoyed the best 4 years of my life at UIW pursuing my Bachelor's degree in Communication Arts; graduated in May 2013. Through the program I was able to make lifelong friends and acquire the skills needed to advance my career. I also met my fiancée through a mutual student honor society. My life was positively impacted by UIW and this program, I highly recommend Communication Arts to anyone interest in video production, broadcast news, journalism, radio, and digital media.
Angelo Mitchell | B.A. in Communication Arts | Class of May 2020
My experience at UIW came at the most crucial time in my life; after I retired from the Air Force. UIW gave me the path and platform to figure out my future. The skills I’ve learned from journalism have provided me the confidence I needed to believe in myself and to know, I’m on the right path. It has been an unbelievable experience contributing to each of the media platforms, i.e., the Logos, UIWtv and KUIW Radio. Last but not least, the relationships I’ve established along the way have become lifelong mentorships and friendships. I truly have fallen in love with my alma mater! Go Cards!
Annette Garcia | B.A. in Communication Arts | Class of December 2006
Inspiring professors at UIW motivated me to dream big. Their encouragement gave me the confidence to go from college student to seasoned news reporter on the frontlines. As a manager at Spectrum News, I now get to pass along the knowledge and ethics taught to me.
Barbara Trevino | B.A. in Communication Arts | Class of December 2013
The Communication Arts program at the University of the Incarnate Word set forth a strong educational foundation, which enabled me to succeed in my professional career. The courses and hands-on practicums provided a unique learning experience, which was designed to foster transferable skills. The knowledge developed throughout my undergraduate studies led to internships with KABB Fox 29 and the San Antonio Current. Now, as a recognized thought leader in the tech industry, I'm able to apply the tools and experience from my studies in sales, operations, enablement, business systems, and marketing.
Bethany Melendez | B.A. in Communication Arts | Class of May 2020
I will always be grateful to have been a part of the UIW Communications community. I am lucky to have had professors who challenged me and peers who encouraged me to be the best student I could be. Thank you to the COMM department for the warmest welcome and the most fulfilling four years of my life.
Gaby Alvarado, B.A. Communication Arts | Class of December 2011 | M.A.A. Communication Arts | Class of December 2014
My academic journey at UIW played a crucial role in defining who I am personally and professionally. UIW has instilled its core values of faith, innovation, education, service, and truth into my everyday practice. With this mindset, I have had the opportunity to work at large local non-profits such as the San Antonio Zoological Society and Silver & Black Give Back, now known as Spurs Give. My Communication Arts degree from UIW has given me the confidence to pursue my passions in life, quality education to be a top performer, and faith in myself to continue to grow in all aspects of life.
Madalyn Mendoza, B.A. in Communication Arts | Class of May 2014
In the six years since my final class at UIW, I've managed to diversify my career beyond my focus, which was broadcast journalism. Shortly after my May 2014 graduation, I began working for KENS-5, reporting on high school sports for both the TV and digital platforms. In January 2015, I became a digital reporter for the San Antonio Express-News and mySA.com, where I write for our online and print audiences. My work with SAEN has helped me develop a partnership with ESPN San Antonio, where I host a weekly radio segment now in its third year. My years spent in UIW's Communication Arts Department helped nurture my strengths in journalism and supported me to become the multi-faceted journalist I am today. The intimate community gave me space to get the one-on-one guidance in all areas of journalism -- from working a news desk to ethics to laws -- so that I felt confident in my career when I walked the stage into the real world.
Michelle Krieger, B.A. in Communication Arts | Class of May 2020
My time at UIW was great! Not only did I get to learn how to do what I love, I was able to work with KUIW which really helped me develop some of the skills that helped me land my new position. The support of my amazing co-workers allowed me to create content not only to promote the station but help me get ahead.
Renee Cervantes, B.A in Communication Arts | M.A. in Christian Ministry | Ed.D. Student in Christian Leadership | Class of May 2006
My UIW Communication Arts degree served as a solid foundation for my career in newspaper and television reporting, public relations, and even development (fundraising). UIW is a tight-knit community that helps students discover and strengthen their talents through a first-rate education. I still return to campus every year to visit with Comm Arts Faculty as they always treat me like family!
Sophia Dove, B.A. in Communication Arts | Class of December 2014
My experience at UIW helped me develop skills and relationships that encouraged me to launch my own business, pursue graduate school, and remain relevant in the field of communication. The faculty, to this day, remains an essential part of my personal and professional development.
Yesenia Caloca, B.A. in Communication Arts | M.Ed. | Class of December 2012
Being a part of the Bilingual Communication Arts program helped me become a more well rounded and bicultural professional. Whether that's leading service mission trips locally or abroad or creating marketing content to different audiences. I attribute this to the supportive and dedicated UIW faculty and staff that guided me along the way.

ABM Degree

*Our ABM program is an accelerated program of study that allows students to earn their Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in 5-years.

Jorge Jones, B.A. in Communication Arts | M.A. in Communication Arts | Class of May 2018
The communications program at UIW transformed me into the professional I am today. This program gives you the right tools and guidance for a successful career in the communications industry. The highly-experienced faculty members of this program made sure I was successful in every possible way while I was a student. Today, as an alum, I feel blessed and thankful that I can reach out to any of them for any advice I might need.
Mariana Veraza, B.A. in Communication Arts | M.A. in Communication Arts | Class of December 2013
I am extremely thankful for the education I received at UIW. It is because of the tools and the connections I made while studying my accelerated bachelor’s to master’s in communication that I was able to get industry experience and a job right after graduation. I worked in media for 6 years and became a news anchor for a prime time newscast and currently I am the Public Information Officer for Harlandale ISD. The skills I was able to learn at UIW prepared me for the jobs I have been able to have and molded me into the professional that I am today. My advice to all current students is to take advantage of all the opportunities UIW offers. Participating in internships within your field of study will not only give you more hands-on experience but will also allow you to see what exactly you want to focus on after graduation. Enjoy your time at UIW, make the best of it and NEVER give up on your dreams and goals.
Rory Dew, B.A. in Communication Arts | M.A. in Communication Arts | Class of December 2015
The ABM program in Convergent Media at UIW equipped me with the skills needed to stand out in the job market. Faculty challenged me to think critically and learn to apply my knowledge in many situations.
Sarah Cardenas, B.A. in Communication Arts | M.A. in Communication Arts | Class of December 2015
The University of the Incarnate Word’s Communications graduate program was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. The small, intimate class sizes mixed with diverse groups of individuals allowed for many different perspectives through valuable discussions. All my professors were so encouraging and invested in each student’s success. They helped me navigate my passions of culture, relationships, communication, and athletics into something tangible I could take into the real world in hopes of making a difference. Now as a teacher and coach, I’m able to use what I learned and the tools I acquired through my experience in the graduate program every single day. All because my professors were intentional with their guidance and wanted me to be successful beyond UIW. I am truly thankful.

Master's DEGREE

Blanca Morales, B.A. Communication Arts | Class of May 2011 | M.A. Communication Arts | Class of December 2012
The chapter of my life spent at UIW working on my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Communication Arts was invaluable. At UIW, I was more than a number in a lecture hall. I knew my professors one-on-one, received hands-on experience writing for the Logos and for a local magazine during my internship, and established lifelong friendships with several of my peers.
Joela Riley, B.A. Communication Arts | Class of May 2009 | M.A. Communication Arts | Class of December 2015
During my undergrad and graduate studies at Incarnate Word University, the instructors provided me with the education and skills needed to have a prosperous future. Now, as an adjunct instructor, I have the opportunity to do the same for future generations.
Kristina Deleon, B.A., Psychology & Sociology with a minor in Communication Arts | M.A. Communication Arts | Class of December 2014
The University of the Incarnate Word's Communications graduate program helped me professionally with access to more tools needed as a television journalist. It has also blessed me with the opportunity to give back as an Adjunct Professor at the school in both the Communication Arts and Broadcast Meteorology departments. The mission is simple: Give and help when needed...like what the Sisters of Charity have so wisely taught and shown us.
Tracy Watts | M.A. Communication Arts | Class of May 2016
I received my MA in Communication Arts from The University of the Incarnate Word in 2016. Even though I was working full time, the flexibility of the evening classes allowed me to graduate in two years. My professors were so encouraging that it made for a very rewarding experience and my degree has made the transition into a career in higher education possible. I am truly thankful for the continued support that comes with being a UIW alumni.
William Conner | M.A. Communication Arts | Class of December 2003
When I began graduate studies at Incarnate Word, I felt everything was focused on the “next level“ of professional development. Each class took skills and talents most of us already possessed and pushed us to do more with what we were learning. Today, I’m constantly learning new things at my job, and I’m always mindful to do more to serve others with each new skill.