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Department of Communication Studies
We explore how communication practices, processes, and technologies impact people's professional, political, and social lives.
Comm Studies undergrad
Comm Studies grad student
Recent News
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Opinion: Republicans discriminate against free speech
Paul Goren and Mary Vavrus, professors in the College of Liberal Arts, are quoted
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Opinion: The Nonchalance Epidemic
Communication studies professor Susanne Jones was interviewed for this Minnesota Daily opinion column.
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World Teachers’ Day 2025
We celebrate the passionate educators who inspire minds and go above and beyond to support students in CLA. Thank you for all you do!
Assistant Professor Ed Cornelius departmental profile picture.
Liberal arts are on a long decline. Some Minnesota schools are finding new ways to boost them.
Professor Ascan Koerner (communication studies) and Dean GerShun Avilez are quoted in this article from The Minnesota Star Tribune.
Josie Frandrup
Graduating Senior Spotlight: Josie Frandrup
Josie Frandrup gained confidence and communication skills through her major and is grateful for the department scholarships that supported her studies.