Communication and Media Studies Department
Understanding the process of communication is as important to our democracy as public speaking was for the ancient Greeks. Students and faculty consider issues involving gender and communication, multiculturalism, ethics, social media, media and public policy, and more. Learn more about Communication and Media Studies Department.
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CMS Production
Pictured is student Tasha Schneiderat. Photo by Nat Ives, Production Manager and Media Studies Instructor.
Double Major-- Communication and Media Studies
Considering double majoring in Communication and Media Studies? Here are the requirements.
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Double Major in Com and Media Studies Optional Checklist
If you are completing a major in Communication AND Media Studies, you may use this checklist as an alternative to completing both majors.
Maine Association of Broadcasters Award Recipients for 2022
Congrats to Lexie Grose who is a recipient of the 2021-2022 Maine Association of Broadcasters Award.
Service Learning Project Gallery
Students majoring in Media Studies take the Service Learning Practicum as their capstone course. Here are a few video projects that were created in the course.
Accelerated Graduate Pathway to MA in Leadership Studies
Students in Communication may begin working towards a Masters in Leadership Studies while still pursuing their undergraduate degree.
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Message from a Communication Alum
"USM has taught me how to go with the flow, embrace change, and trust that everyone has their own journey."
Communication and Media Studies Alum Wins Emmy!
Congratulations to CMS alum David Burton Lovejoy, who was awarded a Creative Arts Emmy for Outstanding Cinematography for a Reality Program.
The CMS VIMEO page
Here is your opportunity to view some recent student work.
Internships in Communication and Media Studies
Students discuss the benefits of a good internship.
News
Video: Connor Blake ’21 captures the Gorham Campus at first light
Two USM students receive Maine Association of Broadcasters Award
USM alumnus wins second Emmy Award for Alaskan photography
Ebben warns parents of social media's 'Wild West' on WMTW-TV
Student filmmakers unveil documentaries and dramas for 2019 showcase
