Communication Department
Addressing 21st Century Challenges and Opportunities
The Communication Department is dedicated to advancing knowledge about communication and its practice in society. The department examines how meaning is created and negotiated in human interaction to address the personal, professional, and public communication challenges and opportunities posed by 21st-century life. Our students become leaders in private, public, and civil sectors by developing a deep and practical appreciation of how communication shapes the world in which we live.
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Communication Major
As a communication major, you’ll learn the theory and practice of communication, developing skills you can apply immediately and throughout a career in any field you choose.
Master of Communication and Media
In dynamic fields like communication, PR, marketing, journalism, and social media, staying ahead isn’t just an advantage—it’s a necessity. Learn from experts who blend theory and practice to keep you ahead of industry trends.
Ph.D. Program in Communication, Information, and Media
The Ph.D. program in Communication, Information, and Media offers advanced training in theoretical and research skills for scholarly and professional leadership in communication, library and information science, and media studies.
We Are Proud of Our Students, Faculty, and Excellence
Students Attended #COMMChella Music Festival
Engaged Each Year in Clubs, Networking Events, and Internships
Scholarly Publications by Faculty Annually
Meet Our Faculty
Accomplishments of our Communication faculty:
Explore Our Research Groups
Center for Communication and Health Issues (CHI)
The Center for Communication and Health Issues (CHI) is a consortium of educators, counselors and students with a mission to conduct research on communication and health issues affecting college students and to design, implement and evaluate campus and community-based education, intervention and prevention programs.
Rutgers University Conversation Analysis Lab (RUCAL)
The Rutgers University Conversation Analysis Lab (RUCAL) brings together scholars with an interest in understanding the workings of social interaction across a wide variety of social settings and contexts. RUCAL faculty and students examine everyday communicative activities as they are captured in field recordings of naturally occurring interactions and study talk-in-interaction in both social as well and institutional settings.
Your Degree in Action
Nearly 3,000 Attend the Fourth Annual #COMMChella Music Festival, Setting a New Record
The program was the foundation for his growth, both personally and professionally.
Balances Life as a Full-Time SC&I Student and Professional Musician
Combining her Expertise in Communication, DCIM, and Politics, Kiran Sheth COM'23 Shines as Press and Digital Aide for NJ Governor Phil Murphy
News
"Public speaking can be nerve-wracking, but I think it’s one of the most powerful skills you can have, because no matter what field you end up in—business, tech, medicine, or even something completely unexpected—you’re always going to have to talk to someone," said the competition's first-place winner Clarina Xavier.
Of 56 SNAP websites reviewed nationwide, just 11 had chatbots — and only four offered Spanish options — raising concerns about equitable access to public benefits.
Presenting the award to Professor Ruben, Chancellor Brian Strom said Brent’s "guidance and insight have enabled Rutgers Health to think boldly and act strategically, fostering a culture of excellence that empowers our people and advances our mission."
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Marya L. Doerfel
Professor of Communication and Chair of Communication