Media and Information
MSU’s Department of Media and Information is a pioneer, offering an interdisciplinary and energetic learning environment united by a passion for media and information. In our state-of-the-art labs and centers, we're researching new avenues of communication technology and computer-centered interaction. In our classrooms, our world-class, award-winning faculty teach all aspects of the vibrant media ecosystem.
News and Events
See what's making headlines in the Department of Media and Information.
Camp ALEC: Spartan Filmmaker Produces Documentary Focused on Social Justice
Industry Professionals Discuss Trends and Innovations in Health and Risk Communication
NextGen Media Innovation Lab Investigates Health Benefits of Cutting Edge Broadcasting Technology
MSU Game Design and Development Program Ranks 7th Nationwide
Research and Creative Work
From video game design, to human-centered research, to documentary filmmaking - our faculty and students strive to empower individuals. Our work makes a difference.
Spartans Don't Just Play the Game, They Create It
Students and faculty put on their game face, immersing themselves in the experience of gaming at ComArtSci. From VR to empathic games, Spartans don't just play the game. They create it.
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Degrees and Programs
We offer B.A. and M.A. degrees in Media and Information. We also participate in the jointly offered Ph.D. in Information and Media Studies and participate in several minors.
Inside Media and Information
Students work in labs and high-tech classrooms with businesses and non-profits, and experience hands-on learning that prepares them for promising careers at the frontiers of new media and information technology.
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Faculty
Johannes Bauer
Quello Chair in Media and Information PolicyDepartment
Media & InformationJohannes M. Bauer is the Quello Chair for Media and Information Policy at Michigan State University.
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Wei Peng
Associate ProfessorDepartment
Media & InformationWei Peng is an Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Information, Michigan State University. She is affiliated with the Games for Entertainment and Learning (GEL) lab and the Health and Risk Communication Center.
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Emilee Rader
Associate ProfessorDepartment
Media & InformationDr. Emilee Rader is an Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Information. Her research is focused on understanding and solving sociotechnical problems that arise in algorithmic systems which use large datasets and machine learning to make inferences and predictions about people.