Communication
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Welcome
The Department of Communication at the University of Delaware is committed to the study and practice of human communication in a wide variety of contexts, including interpersonal communication, media communication and public relations. Beyond the classroom, we help students put their education into practice with experiential learning on and off campus. Students have access to internships, research opportunities and a vast alumni network.
Our faculty members have achieved regional and national distinction in research and scholarship, teaching, and service and engagement. They are committed to developing communication skills and competencies while educating students about communication processes and their impact on society.
WHY COMMUNICATION at UD?
- With holistic support from advisors, communication undergraduates finish in four years prepared to pursue employment in a range of fields — including marketing, law, mass media, public relations, human resources, and education. Communication majors can apply for the 4+1 program to earn an M.A. degree in strategic communication.
- Communication graduate students plot their own success through individualized development plans. They work collegially as part of research teams, alongside faculty and fellow students.
How many graduates with communication degrees are employed or pursuing further education?
96%
Communication Bachelor's Students
96%
Communication Master's Students
100%
Communication Doctoral Graduates
From Undecided to CEO
Alumna Grace Leong found her passion for public relations at UD and was recently awarded the field's top honor.
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Covering the Winter Olympic Games
March 03, 2026 | Written by Natasha KapadiaUD senior gains hands-on broadcasting experience working on NBC’s Olympic coverage -
Measuring Trust in Political Media
February 24, 2026 | Written by Natasha KapadiaUniversity of Delaware senior Natasha Kapadia conducts Winter Session research project with faculty mentor Lindsay Hoffman. -
Introducing the 2026 Legislative Fellows
February 04, 2026 | Written by Sophonie MilordThe University of Delaware’s Jerome R. Lewis Legislative Fellows Program celebrates 45 years with sixteen students from UD and Delaware State University who will work with the Delaware General Assembly through June 2026. -
In Memoriam: Edward A. Nickerson
January 14, 2026 | Written by Margo McDonoughEdward A. “Nick” Nickerson, emeritus professor of English who helped to create UD’s journalism program, passed away on Jan. 1, 2026. He was 100 years old.
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The Class That Will Stay With Me
YouTube Link UD 2024 Graduate AJ Rubinetti shares “The Class That Will Stay With Me”: youtube.com/watch?v=fzzzhkpuD5M