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harrington school
of communication and media

Finding new ways to tell the story.

In a world where technology is rapidly evolving and expanding globally, the need for effective communication is one thing that will never change. Whether the story happened centuries ago, or it's happening right now, each generation invents ways to tell it with a fresh and distinctive point of view.

The Harrington School of Communication and Media provides a unique, interdisciplinary learning experience for our students. Across all of our programs, there is a strong emphasis on experiential learning that connects the classroom, the workplace, and the community. Our students are ready for the future because they graduate with the knowledge, skills and leadership abilities needed to be effective communicators and global citizens in a constantly changing world.

Communication
Studies Film
Media Journalism Library and
Information Studies Public
Relations Writing and
Rhetoric

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ALL KINDS OF CLASSROOMS.

Our students get engaged in learning, and they do it in lots of different settings. Whether it's in our fully equipped TV studio, our collaborative writing Production Labs, or filming at the beach, you won't be bored here.

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CAREER CONNECTIONS.

Students participating in our PR Summit series meet leaders in the public relations industry here in Rhode Island. Students have secured internships, and even full-time employment, through participating in the PR Summit.

MOBILE CINEMA.

Our students use their phones for way more than just texting. Film/Media students are using iPhones to create short videos to explore the techniques and strategies used in mobile media production.

ALWAYS ON THE AIR.

WRIU 90.3 FM is URI's non-commercial radio station. Staffed by students and community members, it offers an extremely diverse array of programming, 24/7/365.

ON THE JOB TRAINING.

With our strong emphasis on experiential learning, you can choose from a wide range of internships in all areas of the Harrington School. Not only will these opportunities provide you with a great learning experience, but you might even get hired when you graduate.

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News from the Harrington School

Enter to win the 2012 Fred Joyal Film Prize

Deadline Extended! NEW Due date: April 20, 2012

Up to three $1,000 prizes will be awarded to students who demonstrate talent and promise as filmmakers, videographers, or computer animation artists.

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