92%
of Journalism/PR graduates who are satisfied with their experience in the department
25:1
student to faculty ratio
85%
of Journalism/PR students who are employed six months after graduation
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Maynard gets byline in Boston Globe

Senior journalism major Mike Maynard took an unexpected route to get his first byline with the Boston Globe, but keeping every door open made all the difference for the senior.

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Donate to help PRSSA students attend District Conference in Boston

Contribute to the PRSSA’s Minutefund, which will ensure students get invaluable networking and educational opportunities at the yearly PRSSA District Conference.

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Ayala first UMass student invited to First Amendment Institute

Juliannie Ayala, a senior double major in journalism and legal studies, was selected to attend the 14th annual Gloria L. Negri First Amendment Institute as a Student Fellow.

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Welcome from the Chair

"Our department is dedicated to equipping undergraduate students with strong multimedia production skills, the ability to think critically and the capacity to serve as a force for responsibly telling stories that advance the public good."

Rodrigo Zamith
Department Chair