Department of Communication

The Department of Communication provides an excellent education in speaking, writing, and media skills.

We encounter hundreds of messages every day. It may be a conversation between friends, a viral social media post or a contentious political debate. It may be a note to a classmate or a strategic marketing campaign. Whatever the message is, the Department of Communication will prepare you to be an effective communicator. Here, you'll learn to lead in a world where effective and ethical messaging matters more than ever.

What You'll Learn

As one of the largest departments on campus, the Department of Communication will provide you with so many opportunities to help you thrive. Here, you'll learn the skills you need to be successful in whatever profession you pursue.

You'll develop skills in

Public speaking
Applied writing
Media production
Research and analytics
Project management
Critical thinking
Working with diverse teams
Understanding how media and communication industries work
And so much more!

These skills help you better understand the countless messages we create and consume every day.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

If you’re interested in studying media, speaking, and writing, Communication may be the path for you!

Communication Undergraduate Program

In 37 credit hours, you’ll learn how to craft effective messages and decode the messages you encounter every day. These courses focus on writing, speaking, research, and media skills. You’ll also get to work with dedicated professors on intensive and applied projects.
If you want to learn those fundamentals, but not commit to the full major, you should consider a minor in communication. Within the minor, you’ll choose between a selection of introductory core course and variable topics upper-level courses to design an experience that best fits your interests and best pairs with your major.
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Communication Graduate Program

The Master of Arts in Communication (MCOM) is a rigorous, fully online graduate experience in communication. The program delivers an understanding of communication theories, strategic marketing, leadership, and media. Reach out to Dr. Jenna Abetz (Program Director) with any questions.
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The Martin Center for Mentorship

The Martin Center, housed in the Department of Communication, inspires the future generation of leaders among today’s outstanding communication students, and fosters relationships between those who educate and those who practice in the communications field.

Learn more about the Martin Center

Outstanding Faculty

Led by a mix of world-renowned scholars and industry professionals, COMM majors, minors, and master’s students can expect classrooms full of deep analysis and applicable training.

Meet the COMM Department

Audience watching panel of Advisory Council members

COMM's Advisory Council features an impressive and diverse team of more than 50 professionals volunteering their time, lending their talent, sharing their knowledge, and preparing Communication students for a career in communications and life after graduation.

Learn More About the Council