About the department
The University of Utah’s Department of Communication is one of the premier communication programs in the country and home to nearly 1,200 undergraduate majors and a robust research environment. Consistently ranked among the nation’s most esteemed academic communities, the department combines hands-on learning with nationally recognized faculty expertise to prepare students for careers in advertising, strategic communication, digital storytelling, AI integration, journalism, health, science, organizational communication and beyond. With an international research portfolio and a vibrant, collaborative community, students gain the skills, confidence, and creativity to lead with impact and to transform the communities around them.
News and AnnoucementsVIEW ALL News
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Meet the 2025-26 UAC Graduate Student Cohort
The Department of Communication is excited to announce eight new students joining the University of Utah Communication Department at the Asia Campus to pursue their Master's Degrees. Please extend them a warm welcome!
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New Book Release: Queer, Women of Color, and Critical Approaches to Feminist Mentorship and Pedagogy
Associate Professor Leandra Hernández is celebrating the forthcoming release of a co-edited volume that promises to reshape how we think about mentorship in higher education.
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Assistant Professor Haoning Xue Honored with International Awards for Research on Short Videos
The Department of Communication is celebrating the outstanding achievements of Assistant Professor Haoning Xue, whose research at the intersection of health communication and media technology has earned international recognition.
Events
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Sep 16
Tuesday
Meet the TEKs
Eccles Business Building - Spencer Fox (SFEBB)
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Sep 17
Wednesday
Navigating Career Resources
Tanner Irish Humanities Building - Carolyn (CTIHB)
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Sep 18
Thursday
Fall 2025 Graduate Student Workshop Series: "Communication Pedagogy & AI"
Language & Communication Bldg (LNCO)
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Sep 22
Monday
Spring 2026 - Class schedule available
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Sep 22
Monday
Spring 2026 - Registration dates available
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Sep 22
Monday
Humanities Recognized Student Government Meeting
Tanner Irish Humanities Building - Carolyn (CTIHB)