Concentration: Communication Technology and Society

Communication Technology and Society focuses on the influence of social, political, and cultural forces on the design and configuration of communication technologies. It also considers how these technologies shape the ways we interact, build relationships, form communities, exchange information, engage in politics and governance, and do business.

Faculty

The faculty listed below emphasize this area of study in their teaching and research, though most have additional areas of expertise. This list is not exhaustive, as many University of Washington faculty outside the Department of Communication also teach courses and conduct research in this area.

Courses

Undergraduate students who wish to learn more about communication technology and society can enroll in the Department of Communication courses listed below.