- Transfer Credit
- Career Exploration
- Major Advising
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- High School Students
- Prospective Majors
- Transfer Students
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Welcome to the Department of Communication and Media!
Prospective majors are students enrolled at U-M and exploring the Communication and Media major. They are encouraged to meet with our peer advisors to learn more about the major, its requirements, and various opportunities at the department. Peer advisors can assist with:
- Prerequisite courses and majors requirements
- Course information
- Key themes and related courses
- Declaring the major
- Connecting with student organizations
- Finding engagement opportunities like undergraduate research, study abroad programs, and internships
Madi Murphy is a sophomore studying Communications and Media with a minor in UX Design. She is actively involved on campus in several organizations, including Michigan Advertising and Marketing, Ross Retail Club, and the Ross Entertainment Conference. Madi also works as a content creator for U-M Admissions, helping to share authentic student experiences and campus life. Her favorite class so far has been COMM 305: Reputation Management for Global Business with Ariel Gavilan, where she explored the intersection of branding, strategy, and communication on an international scale. Madi is always happy to connect and answer any questions, so feel free to reach out!
For the 2026-2027 academic year, our peer advisor is Madi Murphy. Please email comm.peeradvisor@umich.edu to set up an appointment with Madi during our fall or winter semesters.
