Diversity... it's a beautiful thing

Everywhere you turn at Medill you’re greeted with extraordinary diversity, one key element of our IMC experience that makes it truly unique and valuable. Our professors come from a wide range of professional backgrounds: advertising, public relations, brand management, journalism, market research and database marketing, just to name a few. However, given the nature of our diverse curriculum, that is to be expected, right?

What surprised me the most was the diversity of backgrounds of my fellow students. While some are fresh out of undergrad (such as myself) or embarking on a career change, others have many years of experience in the field. We all bring something different to the table, whether it is relevant work experience, educational background, or even a unique consumer perspective. Each day in class I find myself learning from my classmates and the insights they share. And that’s without mentioning our cultural backgrounds!

Medill’s IMC program has a rich international student population, literally coming from all corners of the world, and representing countries such as Taiwan, India, Singapore, Turkey and Germany. Our international students add so much to our experience outside of the classroom as well (potluck dinners, anyone?). And of course the Chicago natives are just as valuable, helping the rest of us navigate our new home. In the classroom these diverse experiences bring a richness that could never be created with a homogeneous student population. We are a truly integrated community, bound by a common craving to learn and a passion for marketing communications!