Communications

The science and practice of communications is an area of expertise and engagement across Georgetown schools.

Faculty across disciplines specialize in areas ranging from political communications and media relations to technological innovation. The university also offers a number of communications and journalism programs, including an executive master’s degree in Global Strategic Communications. Georgetown’s Washington, D.C., location provides students access to career opportunities at an array of internationally recognized public relations firms and journalism, communications, and media organizations.

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The Culture of Encounter: An Imperative for a Divided World

This conference, sponsored by Georgetown University and La Civiltà Cattolica, will take place on May 27 and 28 in Rome, convening scholars and practitioners to explore Pope Francis’ idea of the culture of encounter and its practical relevance across three different areas: global governance…

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Global Climate Storytelling Project We Hear You—A Climate Archive Launches

Katharine Donato Co-Writes Paper on COVID-19 Misinformation and Venezuelan Migration

McCourt Institute Announces Former POLITICO Europe CEO Shéhérazade Semsar-de Boisséson as Inaugural Executive Director

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M.A. in Communication, Culture, and Technology

Communication, Culture, and Technology is a graduate program at Georgetown University. The program explores the relationship between changing technology and changing cultures, including research, government, media, business, and communication.

M.A. in Language and Communication

The Department of Linguistics sponsors this M.A. program in the study of sociolinguistics, discourse analysis, and pragmatics. Students learn how to use these skills to solve concrete problems in workplace settings and institutions that depend largely upon language to accomplish their goals.

Master of Professional Studies in Journalism

The Master of Professional Studies in Journalism Program in the School of Continuing Studies offers a comprehensive, hands-on curriculum that helps students develop and master the core reporting and writing skills that are essential to journalism.

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and Research Programs

Center for Social Impact CommunicationGeorgetown Unit

The Center for Social Impact Communication in the School of Continuing Studies promotes industry standards for responsible communication practices and educates current—and future—social impact leaders who create positive change around the world through their work.

Communication, Culture, and Technology ProgramGeorgetown Unit

The Communication, Culture, and Technology Master of Arts Program explores the relationship between changing technology and changing cultures, including research, government, media, business, and communication.

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Censorship on Our Mind: A Worldwide Political and Philosophical Crisis

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How Did We Get into this War in Ukraine, and What Are We Not Saying About It?

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