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Writing and communication have been at the center of the University of Iowa’s educational mission for a century.
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Successful careers have one thing in common: strong communication. At Iowa, you'll learn how communication works, why it matters, what’s at stake, and most importantly, how to do it effectively.
“The kernel of the idea definitely came during our time at the University of Iowa.”
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“I think the degree is kind of a 'Swiss army knife' of skills that are useful in the real world.”
News and announcements
Associate Professor Emerson Cram Awarded Summer Funding
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with the Office of the Vice President for Research, awarded funding to allow six faculty to pursue research projects during the summer.
Communication Studies student announced as Fall 2024 commencement speaker
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Lucie Brennan will deliver the commencement address to her graduating class during the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences commencement ceremony on Dec. 22.
Iowa grads share new film at their Quad Cities theater
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Directing and screenwriting partners Scott Beck and Bryan Woods say a class they took at the University of Iowa about nonverbal communication continues to inspire their screenwriting — even in a film with as much talking as “Heretic.”
Dr. Rachel McLaren-How to Human: Combatting Loneliness and Cultivating Friendship
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Join Rachel McLaren, an associate professor in the University of Iowa Department of Communication Studies, for an engaging workshop designed to help people combat loneliness and foster meaningful friendships
Careers in communication
Communication Studies graduates have exciting careers in an extraordinarily wide range of fields and industries.