The Department of Communication Studies at Clemson University cultivates graduate and undergraduate students with the knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to succeed not only in a professional or advanced academic environment, but also in the larger society as engaged global citizens.  Faculty members have expertise in diverse areas of human communication processes, and the scholarship they pursue challenges and educates students at both abstract and applied levels.  Coursework and interaction with faculty instill in students broadmindedness, ethical sensibilities, rigorous thought processes and genuine curiosity about the social world.