Communication Studies

Communication Studies is one of the top five majors at a four-year university. Studying how humans construct and share meaning allows individuals to become communicators in different forms like public speaking, debate, and interpersonal communication.

Contact Us 

Cliff Ruth
Department Chair, Communication Studies
(951) 222-8368
clifford.ruth@rcc.edu
Quad 141H

Communication Studies 2.0
ADT
Major Units
18
Typical Time to Completion
2 years
Program Map
Media and Languages
AA
Major Units
see catalog
Typical Time to Completion
2 years
Program Requirements

If you are interested in Language and Humanities, you can explore other instructional pathways in Language and Humanities.

Need help? The Center for Communication Excellence (CCE) is one of the many resources offered at RCC. Here, student tutors are willing to help you improve your communication skills for free.

Meet our Faculty

Kris Acevedo
Kristopher Acevedo, EdD.
Loves God, his family, and basketball.

Assistant Professor
*Se Habla Español – Instructor Can Provide Support in Spanish
Kristopher.Acevedo@rcc.edu

Rhejean Adu-Gyamfi

Rhejean Adu-Gyamfi, M.A.
Loves arts and crafts, learning, and experiencing new cultures.
Assistant Professor
Rhejean.Adu-Gyamfi@rcc.edu

Juan Ahumada
Juan Ahumada, PhD.
Loves video games, all-you-can-eat buffets, and fishing.
Associate Professor
*Se Habla Español – Instructor Can Provide Support in Spanish
Juan.Ahumada@rcc.edu

Hadia Bendelhoum
Hadia Bendelhoum, M.A.
Loves her family, social justice, and nature!
Assistant Professor
Hadia.Bendelhoum@rcc.edu
Alyssa Drake
Alyssa Drake, M.A.
Loves spending time with family, going to the beach, and visiting local coffee shops!
Assistant Professor
Alyssa.Drake@rcc.edu
Joan(ie) Gibbons-Anderson
Joan(ie) Gibbons-Anderson, PhD.
Loves See's Bordeaux chocolates, sunsets, and dogs.
Professor
Joan.Gibbons-Anderson@rcc.edu
Angie Burkhart
Angie Parrish, M.A.
Loves true crime documentaries, Italian food, and dancing.
Assistant Professor
Angie.Parrish@rcc.edu
Lucretia Rose
Lucretia Rose, M.A.
Loves karaoke, Boba Tea, and empowering her students.
Associate Professor
Lucretia.Wright@rcc.edu
Cliff Ruth M.A
Cliff Ruth, M.A.
Loves his family, vacations, and sports.
Professor & Department Chair
Clifford.Ruth@rcc.edu