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New Center to Focus on Information Networks and Democracy

Directed by Sandra González-Bailón and co-directed by Yphtach Lelkes, the Center for Information Networks and Democracy will analyze the benefits and risks of digital technologies for political and civic engagement.

• Political Communication
• Technology & Society

Lauren Hitt (C’13) to Speak at 2023 Communication Major Graduation

Now communications director for Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), Hitt began her political communications career while still an undergraduate Comm major.

With Frank Text and Bold Illustrations, Graphic Novel Tackles Puberty Head On

Co-authored by Communication major Gemma Hong, the new graphic novel, for 9- to 14-year-olds, details what physically happens in the body as girls experience puberty.

Kathleen Hall Jamieson Elected to AAAS Board of Directors

She will serve a four-year term on the board of the world's largest general scientific society and publisher of the Science family of journals.

Annenberg Presentations and Events at ICA 2023

The International Communication Association will hold its 73rd annual conference in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

New York Times Journalist Brent Staples and Penn’s Tukufu Zuberi in Conversation

At the inaugural W.E.B. Du Bois Lecture in Public Social Science, the two discussed Du Bois’ legacy and influence, Staples’ personal and professional journey, and the importance of speaking truth to power.

• Culture & Media

New Juneteenth Documentary Explores Notions of Freedom and Citizenship

An exclusive Penn screening of the film produced by the Annenberg Public Policy Center (APPC), plus a conversation with activist Opal Lee and Penn’s Mary Frances Berry, moderated by APPC’s Director of Outreach and Curriculum Andrea (Ang) Reidell, takes place on Feb. 28.

• Political Communication

The Influencer Industry: Q&A with Emily Hund (Ph.D. ‘19)

Center on Digital Culture and Society research affiliate Emily Hund started her career working for magazines in New York City...

• Culture & Media
• Media Institutions
• Technology & Society

What Statistics are Most Likely to Promote Positive Actions During a Pandemic?

A new study from PIK Professor Dolores Albarracín and Research Associate Haesung Annie Jung finds that some COVID statistics are more effective than others at encouraging people to change their behavior.

• Health Communication
• Science Communication

Doctoral Student Tom Etienne Traces Public Opinion on Global Issues

Tom Etienne, joint doctoral student at the Annenberg School for Communication and the Department of Political Science, uses his skills in data collection to analyze political opinions.

• Political Communication