Students may enliven their learning through participation in the campus newspaper The Arbiter,  KBSU Radio,  Internships, UTP - University Television Productions, Forensics - Intercollegiate Speech and Debate,  Public Relations Student Society of American (PRSSA), and Mediation Services.

Students are encouraged to participate in internships and practica. A total of 9 credits of any combination of internships, independen study, practica, or communication activities may count toward departmental major requirements; additional credits may count toward general education electives. The work of many students participating in these activities has been recognized through national awards.