Communication is defined as: Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas, facts, and perspectives with persons inside and outside of an organization.

Shannon Andre, ‘09, G’17, serves as the executive director of communications for the student experience at Syracuse University. She leads the division’s communications strategy and planning, along with a team of communications professionals who manage digital content, design, social media, campaigns and writing efforts for divisional departments and student-focused initiatives. Shannon joined the University as a staff member in 2011 after working at the United Way of Central New York. She earned a master's degree in communications management and a bachelor's degree in public relations and political science from Syracuse University.

Career readiness is a foundation from which to demonstrate requisite core competencies that broadly prepare the college educated for success in the workplace and lifelong career management. Career readiness is made up of eight career competencies that all employers want, regardless of industry or discipline.