Dean's Office
The Dean's Office for the College of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State helps connect ComArtSci faculty, staff, alumni and students and raise awareness.
Our People
Faculty
Heidi Hennink-Kaminski
DeanDepartment
DeanHeidi Hennink-Kaminski, Ph.D., is dean of the College of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University and a professor in the Department of Advertising + Public Relations. A dynamic and compassionate higher education leader, Hennink-Kaminski brings more than a decade of experience in academic administration to ComArtSci. With a passion for lifelong learning, she excels in strategic planning, program development, and building consensus among partners and stakeholders. She has a proven track record of developing and reinvigorating programs by leveraging her deep expertise in research to identify opportunities and challenges, fostering collaboration, and driving initiatives that align with institutional missions.
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Staff
Staff
Kari Schueller
Assistant Dean of Undergraduate StudiesDepartment
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Staff
Staff
Lauren Gaines
Director of Diversity, Equity and InclusionDepartment
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Allison Eason
Senior Director of Marketing and CommunicationsDepartment
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Geri Zeldes
ProfessorDepartment
JournalismGeri Alumit Zeldes, Ph.D., is a tenured professor in MSU’s School of Journalism. Her anthology includes journal articles, documentary films, radio documentaries, book chapters and a comic book - many works recognized by international communication associations such as the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and the Broadcast Education Association.
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Jennifer Spitzley
Human Resources ManagerDepartment
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Kristen McGrath
Senior Director of DevelopmentDepartment
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Kristin Butler-Hurvitz
Executive AssistantDepartment
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From the Dean
News and Events
See what's making headlines and what we have planned at ComArtSci
Finding Stability in Uncertainty: Lauren Garfield-Herrin’s Journey Through MSU’s Strategic Communication M.A. Program
David W. Miller Award for Young Journalists Presented to MSU Junior Alex Walters
MSU-Made Documentary Film Earns Michigan Legal Milestone
Dimitar Deliyski Honored with Simmons Chivukula Award for Academic Leadership
Pride Points
We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished at the College of Communication Arts and Sciences over the years. Here are a few things we’re known for.
Our Location
Our Location
Office of the Dean
Communication Arts and Sciences Building
Michigan State University
404 Wilson Road, Room 287
East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 355-3410