TCU Department of Communication Studies

Two Schieffer College students are bringing history to life at one of the nation’s oldest collegiate speech competitions, the 101st Battle of Flowers Oratorical Contest in San Antonio.

Senior journalism major Aliyah Guthrie (left) and senior communication studies major Grace Gadler (right) have spent countless hours researching, writing and memorizing original speeches that explore this year’s theme, Lawmakers and Lawbreakers. Now, they are ready to take the stage and showcase their storytelling, performance and passion for history.

Join us in wishing Aliyah and Grace the best of luck today as they represent Texas Christian University and the Bob Schieffer College of Communication!

Read more about their journey here: https://bit.ly/4tYnBDp

Come join our amazing department! We're looking for a instructor who specializes in public speaking instruction. More details in the link!

Instructor in Communication Studies - TCU Main Campus, Texas, United States Application Deadline: 3/27/2026 Position Details: This full-time faculty position is on-campus and in-person. The Department of Communication Studies in the Bob Schieffer College of Communication at Texas Christian University (TCU) in Fort Worth, Texas, invites applications for an Instructor special...

Whoa! In Dr. Garner's Comm Theory class, grad students robbed a train and solved an escape room--all part of the process of learning about Functional Theory and Symbolic Convergence Theory.

So proud of the work M.S. student Logan Jackson is doing for her thesis, directed by Amorette Hinderaker!

Horned Frogs are cleaning up at this year's National Communication Association awards! Congratulations to alumna Tiffany Wang (B.S. '07, MS '09) for receiving the Ecroyd Award for Outstanding Teaching in Higher Education, and to current faculty member Andrew Ledbetter for receiving the Brommel Award for Outstanding Scholarship in Family Communication!

We're hiring an assistant professor who specializes in communication technology, starting Fall 2026! Come join a truly amazing department committed to excellence in teaching and research!

Assistant Professor in Communication Studies - TCU Main Campus, Texas, United States Application Deadline: Completed applications will be reviewed starting October 1, 2025 and until position is filled. Position Details: This full-time faculty position is on-campus and in-person. The Department of Communication Studies in the Bob Schieffer College of Communication at Texas Christian....

Resident Swiftie prof Dr. Andrew Ledbetter appeared on WFAA this morning to talk about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement!

How does parental involvement impact young adults' romantic relationships? Dr. Paul Schrodt explored this topic with graduate student Emily Stager, published their results in one of our flagship journals, and then shared his insights on the podcast The Last Show with David Cooper. You can listen to their conversation about 11 minutes in to the show!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2tt9UZdlikHOc3K3UjuRGk?si=PtJlHi-aTkaDJbxqrRoIug

Mom, Don't Meddle In My Love Life - July 31, 2025 The Last Show with David Cooper · Episode

Our award-winning speech and debate team is preparing for their 2025-2026 season. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the TCU Pi Kappa Delta chapter. Watch for new team posters in the halls of Moudy soon!

Our new Speech & Debate schedule posters for the 2025-2026 season are coming soon! This year's design is a celebration of the 100th anniversary of our Pi Kappa Delta chapter at TCU.

We are seeking to hire a full-time visiting lecturer for the upcoming academic year (2025-26, starting this August), teaching our introductory public speaking course. Come join our team!

Visiting Lecturer-Public Speaking - TCU Main Campus, Texas, United States Application Deadline: Application review will begin on May 30, 2025. Position open until filled. Position Details: This full-time position is on-campus and in-person. The Department of Communication Studies in the Bob Schieffer College of Communication at Texas Christian University (TCU) in Fort Wor...

Communication Studies Master's students graduate tonight!