The Hugh Downs School of Human Communication at ASU is dedicated to studying and improving communication in everyday life.

Tempe, AZ
Check out our new online BA degree! Princeton Review ranks a communication degree as the second-best college major, based on job prospects, alumni salaries and popularity.news.asu.edu/20210723-asu-of…
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🔱 Hugh Downs School Associate Professor Heewon Kim’s research is gaining international attention. KyungHyang, a major South Korean news organization, recently featured her scholarship and latest journal article. Read her research: tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.…
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What happens after a performance is "over"? 🎭 ASU doctoral student Yezi He explores the "second life" of performance through research connecting communication, performance studies and neuroscience. Her work recently earned the PSi Routledge Award. 🔱 news.asu.edu/b/20260903-awar…
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Associate Professor Liesel Sharabi served as relationship science advisor on Hily's 2026 Dating T.R.U.T.H. Report. The study of 3,000+ Gen Z daters explores how social media shapes dating expectations. Her takeaway: authenticity matters. usatoday.com/story/special/c…
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Congratulations to Dr. Heewon Kim and HDSHC alumna Dr. Mary Kiura on receiving an Honorable Mention from Management Communication Quarterly for their research on constructive employee voice in Kenya's renewable energy industry.
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Meet Associate Professor Alaina Zanin, whose research explores the intersection of health and organizational communication, helping students understand how communication drives collaboration and meaningful change. Applications are still open for fall. asuonline.asu.edu/online-deg…
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Meet the faculty behind our new Health Communication MA concentration. Professor Sarah J. Tracy researches how communication can foster compassion, reduce burnout and help organizations thrive. Ready to advance your career? Applications are now open. asuonline.asu.edu/online-deg…
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Hugh Downs School Associate Professor @LieselSharabi was invited to present "Dating & AR/VR" to @ITIFdc 's Immersive Tech Working Group, contributing communication research to conversations on emerging immersive technologies and human connection.
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Meet Associate Professor Jonathan Pettigrew, whose research explores communication-based health interventions that strengthen families and improve health outcomes. Applications are now open. asuonline.asu.edu/online-deg…
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Meet Jen Eden, teaching Health Communication Across Contexts in our new Health Communication MA exploring how communication shapes health and well-being. Applications now open. Learn more: asuonline.asu.edu/online-deg…
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Advance your career on your schedule. Communication, MA (Health Communication) is a fully online graduate program for working professionals and recent graduates. Applications are now open. asuonline.asu.edu/online-deg…
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Meet Associate Professor @LieselSharabi, whose research explores how technology shapes human relationships and meaningful connections. Learn from faculty in the new Health Communication MA concentration. Applications are now open. 🔗 asuonline.asu.edu/online-deg…
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Meet Brandon G., a military veteran and 2025 graduate from @asuhdshc. After returning to college following active duty, Brandon built an academic experience that fit his military career. Learn more about #BeyondTheClassroom opportunities: thecollege.asu.edu/student-l…
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Turn communication into career impact. Advance your skills with the online Communication, MA (Health Communication). Applications are now open for fall 2026. asuonline.asu.edu/online-deg…
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Applications are now open for Communication, MA (Health Communication)! Whether you're a working professional or a recent graduate, build communication skills that make an impact. 💻 100% online 👉 Apply: asuonline.asu.edu/online-deg…
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Can AI help you navigate modern dating? Hugh Downs School Associate Professor @LieselSharabi shares her expertise with @AP on how AI can support relationship decisions, while reminding us that authentic human connection still matters. Read more: apnews.com/article/ai-dating…
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What sets this program apart? 🔱 ✔ 100% online ✔ Real-world capstone experience ✔ Cutting-edge health communication curriculum Built for working professionals across health and wellness industries. Learn more: humancommunication.asu.edu/h…
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@asuhdshc alumnus Andres Rosales is founder and director of Escalemos, a nonprofit making rock climbing and the outdoors more accessible, sustainable and equitable for Latinx communities. Hear how he uses his degree every day in this latest installment of our #AlumniAtWork 🔱
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The Hugh Downs School is launching a new Health Communication concentration in its online MA program beginning fall 2026. 🔱 ✔ 100% online ✔ Finish in as little as 1 year Learn more: humancommunication.asu.edu/h…
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So proud to see Samantha Emerson representing the Hugh Downs School ! Congratulations Samantha!
Hugh Downs School of Human Communication Dean’s Medalist Samantha Emerson explored the power of communication through hands-on work in storytelling, media and audience engagement, learning how messages inform, connect and shape understanding🏅 @asuhdshc news.asu.edu/20260427-sun-de…
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Hugh Downs School Professor @Jonathan Pettigrew featured in @WalletHub discussing “loud budgeting” and the role of communication in financial decision-making.
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