As one of the oldest communication programs in the nation, we've played a dominant role in shaping the scholarly field of communication. Our communication degree programs cover a wide range of topics, from how to work effectively in teams, to resolving conflicts, designing persuasive messages, running health campaigns and relating well with other people.
The 2023 ComArtSci commencement speaker was Christian Parker who majored in Organizational Communication. Christian gave a memorable speech about adversity, obstacles and lifelong learning. Watch the speech here or on YouTube.
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Whether you're just starting out or ready for more, we've got a degree option for you. We offer B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in Communication.
Our work impacts the lives of people in the U.S. and across the world. See what our communication students and alumni have been up to.
Integrating the new with the tried-and-true is what we do best. We stay ahead of the game with studies on virtual reality, health communication, neuroscience and online analytics. It's all communication.
Now in its ninth year, the Sandi Smith Research Fellowship continues to support graduate students whose research advances health and risk communication while honoring the legacy of one of the College of Communication Arts and Sciences’ most influential scholars.
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