Why Robertson?
You found us. That's the first step. Here's why you can stop searching for mass communication schools.
We make excellent storytellers and confident communicators. We turn ambition into action and elevate dreamers into media professionals who go on to have amazing careers. That's not just 10-cent marketing copy. Go check the LinkedIn profiles of some of our graduates — they're impressive.
When you're done exploring your options for mass communications programs, we know you'll come back to us. We're big enough to get you where you want to go, and small enough to know your name. We're different. Different is good.
Ready to start your career in the media industry? Let us show you how.
Check out the academic options offered by the Robertson School.
News
April 1, 2026
Brian G. Smith named director of VCU’s Richard T. Robertson School of Communication
At the University of Mississippi, he has chaired the Integrated Marketing Communications department.
April 1, 2026
How I found my research: Manuella Escobar dives deep into the Latino college experience
Escobar, a Colombia native, gravitated to her line of study when her classmates’ questions about her cultural background transitioned from ‘Narcos’ and drug cartels to Bad Bunny, J Balvin and Latin music.
March 31, 2026
With Martelli’s praise at NCAA Tournament, student journalists get a bounce
And they return the compliment as national attention follows the Rams and the young reporters.
Robertson Spotlight
Meet Josephine
Josephine Walker, a broadcast journalism student, put her major to use as a summer intern for NBC's Meet the Press. Visit our 'Meet a Student' page to read more about Josephine, including her favorite courses, professors and more.
Find an internship
In keeping with the belief that hands-on experiences afford the greatest opportunities for learning, we require almost all students within the Robertson School to participate in internships and student projects that provide real-world skills and practice.
New certificate program in media and leadership
A two-semester, 12-credit program designed to advance leadership roles in communications organizations, our certificate option is perfect for continuing education units (CEUs) required by employers and accreditors.