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Minneapolis, MN 55455
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Communication & Media

  • Persuasive Economics

    Steve Kuzj interviewing a soldier at Camp Ripley. How should a legislator elicit information from a lobbyist? Economics professor Itai Sher's research looks at this question and the role and value of commitments from these interactions. Learn more



  • Journalism Students Report from Camp Ripley

    Embeded journalism studentSix journalism students and alumni had the chance to be embedded with troops undergoing training at Camp Ripley near Little Falls, Minnesota. Continue reading…

  • Bridging Race

    Illustration representing diversity. When it comes to representations of multiracial people, Catherine Squires says, the media often don't have it covered. Continue reading…

  • Unhealthy State of Medical Journalism

    Portrait: Gary Schwitzer. Gary Schwitzer's recently published study indicates that when it comes to reporting on health and medical treatments, the media aren't always covering the whole story. Continue reading…

  • Finding Hidden Lessons in Reality TV

    Portrait: Laurie Ouellette. Not mere fluff, reality television programs teach life skills and self-management techniques explains communications studies associate professor Laurie Ouellette. Continue reading…

  • To Your Health

    Portrait: Jisu Huh. Mass communications professor Jisu Huh examines the effects of prescription drug advertisements on doctors and patients. Continue reading…