The Department of Communication is dedicated to advancing knowledge about communication and its practice in society. The department examines how meaning is created and negotiated in human interaction to address the personal, professional, and public communication challenges and opportunities posed by 21st century life. Our students become leaders in private, public and civil sectors by developing a deep and practical appreciation of how communication shapes the world in which we live.Research from SC&I’s renowned faculty experts examines the complexity of communication processes related to five focal areas: communication and technology, health communication, interpersonal communication, language and social interaction, and organizational communication. SC&I’s students may also acquire knowledge and skills allowing them to pursue careers related to strategic communication and public relations, leadership, health and wellness, relational and family communication, and a range of other options.
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Thomson Scientific ranked U.S. institutions that published at least 75 papers between 2002 and 2006 in communication journals they index. The Rutgers Department of Communication ranked #1 nationwide. The Department is proud to have Top 20 rankings in the 2004 NCA Doctoral Program Reputation Studies for Organizational, Interpersonal, Technology, & Health Communication.
The department also supports several research centers, clusters, and labs.
Hidden Organizations, Craig Scott
Caregiving, Lisa Mikesell
Digital Street, Jeff Lane
Americans disapprove of policies adversely targeting science and medicine, a new survey says. Government cuts to budgets and workforces, cancellation of research grants and pausing of public health information dissemination are among the most condemned actions
The aim of Fu’s research on social impact organizing and communication is to help address grand societal challenges, such as public health challenges, environmental degradation, and social exclusion.
The Rutgers Board of Governors has announced the promotions of four Rutgers School of Communication and Information faculty members. Professors David Greenberg, Kathryn Greene, and John Pavlik have been promoted to Distinguished Professor, and Associate Professor Maria Venetis has been promoted to Professor. The promotions will be effective July 1, 2025.
SC&I faculty and doctoral students presented research examining effective communication during post-test genetic counseling and the readiness of adolescent and young adult cancer survivors to transition from parental to independent care.
Marking ICA’s 75th anniversary, this year’s conference centers on the theme “Disrupting and Consolidating Communication Research.” The theme encourages reflection on the evolution of communication studies and the association’s role in shaping its trajectory. Through panels and sessions, participants will explore how the field is adapting to technological advances, social transformation, and institutional challenges.
