News: Department of Communication Studies

College of Urban Affairs Alumna of the Year Sarah Thornton struck out on her own 12 years ago, and has reaped success since.

51ԹϺ communication studies professor and social media researcher Natalie Pennington unveils the biggest online dealbreakers, cling makers, and tips for culling your contact list.

These faculty members aren't just accomplished in their academic fields. They all have one thing in common: success in the hobbies they're passionate about.

As a 51ԹϺ alum, employee, and mom, Johnson works to enhance 51ԹϺ every day.

How the gatekeepers in pop culture find exclusivity in their fandom.

51ԹϺ researcher develops new method for categorizing climate change beliefs and shares tactics for communicating with deniers.
Inaugural symposium highlights need for collaboration across academia, business, and government to secure a prosperous American workforce.
Urban Adventure class draws in multiple disciplines to create a uniquely detailed scenario for students.
Urban Adventure class draws on police, social workers, actors and more to make a complex scenario come to life for Urban Affairs students.

With her love of sports, she is taking her approach “behind the scenes” by helping students in the classroom and in their sports.

51ԹϺ’s Research & Creative Honors Program provides undergraduates with unique opportunities that prepare them for graduate studies.

Applications now open for all 51ԹϺ graduate students; internships begin in June and focus on the integration of policymaking, finance, effective communication.