Inaugural HEART Fest Showcases Student Creativity and Community
The student-led festival brought the Roger Williams University community together through interactive storytelling, performances, and shared experiences across the humanities.
Department of Media + Design + Communication
The Department of Media + Design + Communication provides students with the theory and hands-on, project-based learning they need to succeed in a variety of communication and design careers. Whether students are interested in studying communication and culture, writing news stories, websites, or crafting brand images, our programs build the foundational skills needed to engage with a larger world.
Courses are taught by skilled faculty who guide students along their paths, helping them explore areas they are passionate about and develop the creative skills they need to be successful in life. Through internships and on-campus clubs and organizations, our students become well-rounded in their fields of study and gain real-world experience they use to bolster their resumes. Every aspect of our program is meant to help our students launch their careers.
Faculty and Staff
Meet the faculty and staff that make up our Communication and Media Studies, Film Studies, Graphic Design, Journalism, and Public Relations programs.
Degree Offerings
We offer a variety of programs that provide undergraduates with the critical knowledge, skill sets and foundation to prepare for a career in today's job market. Bachelor degrees are offered in Communication & Media Studies, Graphic Design, Journalism, and Public Relations.
Minors are also offered in Global Communication, Film Studies, and Graphic Design.
Internships and Careers
Students are encouraged to gain invaluable hands-on experience and put their skills to the test by pursuing internship opportunities.
Recent News
Students Present Research with Real-World Impact at SASH 2026
The 13th annual Student Academic Showcase and Honors brought together hundreds of undergraduate and graduate students, connecting academic inquiry with issues shaping communities and careers.
Communities of Hope Selected for National Solutions Journalism Challenge
Roger Williams University has been awarded a $7,500 grant from the Solutions Journalism Network to expand civic media and train the next generation of journalists.
RWU Students Drive Civic Media Innovation with Communities of Hope
Through podcasts, investigative reporting, and community-driven storytelling, an interdisciplinary team of students are shaping the future of civic media while gaining real-world journalism experience.
From Art to Entrepreneurship, RWU Alum Turns Wedding Photography into a Thriving Business
Combining her artistic talent and entrepreneurial skills developed at RWU, Mae Bogosian ’23 has crafted a successful wedding photography career that flourishes through mentorship, community support, and creative passion.
