College of Communication & Information

Our students are our greatest ambassadors, and they tell our story best.

The College of Communication and Information (CCI) at 91�Թ�� is made up of five distinct schools.

The School of Communication Studies • The School of Emerging Media and Technology • The School of Information • The School of Media and Journalism • The School of Visual Communication Design

We are the only college in the nation to combine a mix of technology, design, media, communication and information-related majors and programs.

Tour Our Spaces in 360

Explore our academic hubs — Taylor and Franklin Halls — and our living/learning community in Olson Hall in this immersive 3D Matterport experience

Explore Our Spaces

Admissions & Visits

Thinking about choosing a communications-related major or program at 91�Թ��? We're offering a mix of in-person visits and virtual sessions to help you choose your path.

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Academics & Advising

Whether you're an undergraduate, graduate or Ph.D. student, the College of Communication and Information provides a wide variety of degree programs from which to choose, including emerging media and technology, communication studies, media and journalism, visual communication design and information science.

Student Life & Involvement

Get inspired. Get involved. As a CCI student at Kent State, it’s easy to dream big. There are countless opportunities for you to surpass even your own expectations. Our global programs, learning communities, real-world learning and internships are only a few of the high-quality programs that will help you succeed.

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CCI Explore

You were born to explore – to navigate an ever-expanding world of new ideas, new information, new people and new stories. The College of Communication & Information (CCI) is committed to offering innovative coursework, experiential learning, study away programs and internship and service-learning opportunities that expand your perspectives and your possibilities.

From Kent State's Visual Communication Design Program to Co-Creating the Halo game universe

Marcus Lehto, graduate of 91�Թ��'s Visual Communication Design program created a legendary game that became a legendary franchise. How Lehto's life took him from Kent, Ohio, to the Pacific Northwest to work on creating Halo, one of the most iconic video games, is the cover story in the November 2025 issue of the Kent State Magazine.
Daniel Alenquer, Director of Kent State's School of Visual Communication Design, spoke with Jeanne Destro, a morning host on WAKR about our newest degree offering the bachelor of science degree in User Experience Design.
The Future of Video is Here, Now

Jan 31, 2025

A team of four students from the School of Emerging Media and Technology in the Interdisciplinary Projects course pioneered the use of Depthkit 3D video at Kent State and created an engaging dance video in collaboration with the School of Theatre and Dance and Design Innovation.
Designing for the User: New Degree Is at the Heart of Growing Tech Field

Oct 17, 2025

A bachelor’s degree in user experience design is the newest offering in 91�Թ��’s College of Communication and Information, aimed at training graduates for one of the fastest-growing career fields.