Study communication practices and processes.

In UI's renowned Department of Communication Studies, students explore the central role that communication and media play in shaping our relationships, institutions, and societies. Working with our esteemed faculty, students learn the ways that communication matters and enter the professional world with the tools necessary to identify what is at stake in communication encounters that range from interpersonal exchanges and conflict resolution, to media messaging and political speeches. This nuanced understanding uniquely positions our students to have a positive and productive impact on their relationships, workplaces, and the world. Many professions are looking for people who can engage others using effective communication skills; Communication Studies does just that.