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Shay Smith, 2025 Alumni to Watch Award Recipient
Smith has built an impressive career in the world of sports media. She currently serves as an Associate Manager, Programming at ESPN.
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Kyle Muncy, 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient
As UConn’s Director of Brand Partnerships and Trademark Management, Muncy is dedicated to enhancing the University’s brand, communications, and corporate partnerships.
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Comm Speaker Series Events: Spring 2025
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In Memoriam: Harvey Gilbert, Former Professor and Department Head
Gilbert’s influence as an administrator, educator, and researcher continues to shape our Department of Communication today.
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‘For You’: What to Know About News on TikTok
Anne Oeldorf-Hirsch is an associate professor of communication technology and explains three crucial things to know about the news you see on TikTok.
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Alum Fritz Bacon Gilbert Returns to UConn to Inspire Future Creatives
During his visit, Gilbert shared insights from his career, lessons learned since graduating, and practical advice for current communication students.
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Welcome from the Department Head
Welcome to the Department of Communication at the University of Connecticut!
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Two Communication Students Named Media Fellows by the Washington Media Scholars Foundation
Heqimi, a journalism and communication major, and Boothe, a communication major, are the first students from UConn and the first in Connecticut to receive this scholarship.
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Communication Scholar Amanda Cooper Shares Advice About Navigating Loneliness and Social Interaction
Cooper provides guidance on navigating feelings of loneliness and offers ways for students to address them.
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Dr. Carolyn A. Lin, Director of Environmental Justice Center
Carolyn A. Lin, professor in the Department of Communication leads new regional environmental justice center as the director of the Environmental Justice Thriving Community Technical Assistance Center.
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Carolyn Lin named International Communication Association Fellow
Fellows are selected for their distinguished scholarly contributions to the broad field of communication.
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Comm Speaker Series Events: Fall 2024
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Ama Appiah, 2024 Alumna to Watch Award Recipient
Ama has a dynamic career in international marketing across seven different industries, including entertainment, technology, media, gaming, fashion, higher education, government – all through the lens of youth culture, pop culture, internet communities and digital marketing.
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Marvin Louis, 2024 Alumnus to Watch Award Recipient
Marvin Louis is an innovative leader hailing from Bridgeport, CT, recognized for his adept management of services, resources, and facilities to meet community needs and enhance local engagement.
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Maureen Ahern, 2024 Distinguished Alumna Award Recipient
Maureen’s mission remains steadfast: empowering leaders to reach their full potential, blending firmness with compassion to drive transformative growth.