The University of Kansas, Department of Communication Studies

Why Communication Studies?

In Communication Studies, we explore the ways in which human communication can help build communities, bridge cultures, organize people, and strengthen relationships.  Our award-winning faculty both research and teach in two major areas: Relationships & Social Interaction and Rhetoric & Political Communication.  With nearly 400 undergraduate majors and 50 graduate students, we are committed to offering a welcoming educational environment and maintaining the highest standards in both undergraduate and graduate teaching.

Undergraduate Program

Graduate Program