Communication
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.
Communication News
See what's making headlines in the Department of Communication.
Moral understanding through the lens of film: Team receives $1 million grant
Allison Eden, associate professor in the Department of Communication, is part of a team that has received a $1 million grant from the Art Seeking Understanding initiative of the Templeton Religion Trust to examine the role of character engagement in moral understanding through films.
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Charles J. Strosacker Research Fellowship awarded to Barikisu Issaka, Megan Knittel, Sue Lim and Victoria Nelson
Dorrance Hall and Holtz honored with Teacher-Scholar Award: University award recognizes teaching and research excellence from two ComArtSci faculty
Eden honored with Donald F. Koch Quality in Undergraduate Teaching Award: ComArtSci faculty member recognized for empathic teaching philosophy
James Dearing Appointed to EPA Board of Scientific Counselors
Degrees and Programs
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.
Inside the Department of 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.
Research
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.
Concerned about sleep hygiene? A little media before bed can be as beneficial as counting sheep
Monique Turner wins NCA Dale E. Brashers Distinguished Mentor Award
Q&A with Elizabeth Dorrance Hall
Dr. Monique Turner and Global Research Team Publish Large-Scale Study of Trust in National Leaders During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Featured Story
Q&A with past Outstanding Alumni Award recipient, Felipe Korzenny
Felipe Korzenny is a 1975 communication graduate and 1997 Outstanding Alumni Award recipient. He received his master's in 1975 and then his doctorate in 1997, both in communication. Korzenny taught as an associate and assistant professor of communication at MSU and is currently professor emeritus of communication at Florida State University.
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