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Department of Communication and Journalism

Department of Communication and Journalism

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The Department of Communication and Journalism specializes in three areas — Digital Journalism and Media, Professional Communication and Strategic Communication.
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Fifteen Students Named Dean of Students Honor Recipients

Graduating students are recognized for their outstanding academics, leadership and service

UMKC Center for Midwestern Studies Awarded $190K NEH Grant to Fund K-12 Teacher Workshops in Summer 2024

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Dr. Marijana Kotlaja Receives KCMO Health Department Grant

Dr. Kotlaja will use the grant to assess programs funded under Kansas City Council's violence prevention initiative.