Communication Arts at UW–Madison
Welcome to the home of communication studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. We teach the production and consumption of communication in its diverse forms.
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Undergraduate Program
Be a part of one of the most popular majors in the College of Letters and Science at one of the top public universities in the country. Focus your studies on either Communication Science and Rhetoric, or Radio, Television, and Film.
Graduate Program
Join our renowned graduate program to do groundbreaking research in Communication Science, Film, Media and Cultural Studies, or Rhetoric, Politics, and Culture.
Latest News
Darshana Sreedhar Mini Wins 2026 4W Innovators and Emerging Scholars Grant
Our 4W Innovators and Emerging Scholars grants program supports the work of UW-Madison faculty, staff, and graduate students. All people who are working to foster gender equity and wellbeing are eligible to apply.
April 24, 2026Between dreams and disillusionment: Multinational comparisons in venezuelan experiences of reception and integration in Denver, Colorado, USA
Over the last decade, socioeconomic collapse in Venezuela has provoked the largest displacement crisis in the Americas, sending millions across borders in search of stability and opportunities. This research investigated the experiences of twelve Venezuelan migrant families who recently arrived in Denver, Colorado—an emerging and understudied site of large-scale migrant reception.
April 23, 2026Civics & Democracy Collective Highlights L&S Course Options
The new collective just picked up one of the first Wisconsin Exchange grants, which promotes dialogue across difference on campus.
April 17, 2026- More News
Upcoming Events
- April
- April 26UW Cinematheque - At the Chazen: Recent WCFTR AcquisitionsMichael Clayton | USA | 2007 | 35mm | 120 min. Director: Tony Gilroy2:00 PM, Chazen Museum of Art
- May
- May 1Last Class DayAll day
- May 1UW Cinematheque - New Restorations and Special PresentationsThe Adventures of Baron Munchausen | USA | 1989 | DCP | 126 min. Director: Terry Gilliam7:00 PM, 4070 Vilas Hall
- May 2Study DayAll day
- May 3Exams BeginAll day