University of Montevallo Department of Communication

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween! We hope you have a safe and fun holiday!

10/07/2026

Here's an exciting opportunity to join our faculty and shape the next generation of storytellers!

‼We're hiring‼

We are now accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mass Communication to primarily teach courses in our Multimedia Journalism concentration, including:

🟣 Newswriting and reporting for digital, print, broadcast and emerging platforms
🟡 Digital content production for websites and social media
🟣 Associated Press style and copy editing
🟡 Layout and design for digital and print publications
🟣 Shooting and editing video for digital and broadcast platforms
🟡 Public Relations writing

See the full job listing here: http://jobs.montevallo.edu/postings/10570

09/29/2026

Don’t miss out on your opportunity to grab a free donut tomorrow starting at 8:45 am in Strong Hall! Special thanks to the Falcon Facilitators for sponsoring this Wake-Up Wednesday event. 🍩

09/23/2026

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Due to extensive debris and the need to provide space for cleanup crews and utility workers to operate in the Montevallo community, students, faculty and staff on the University of Montevallo main campus will transition to e-learning and remote working on Wednesday, Sept. 23.

Dining services will operate as regularly scheduled. Student Life activities and UM Athletics events in the late afternoon and evening will take place as scheduled.

Be sure to monitor local media for updates on weather conditions and take appropriate actions.

The UMAlert System is used only in the event of a tornado warning or other serious emergency impacting campus. Please take a few minutes to ensure you have provided accurate and up-to-date contact information in the UMAlert system. Shelby County residents may also sign up for ShelbyALerts.

UM will return to normal operations Thursday, Sept. 24. The University will continue to monitor weather conditions and will provide updates should further communication be necessary.

Stay safe, Falcons!

09/11/2026

Congratulations to COMS/ART alumnus Clark Maxwell ’13 and MC alumnus Ryan Moriarty ’15 who were selected as part of the 2026 Class of 15 Within 15! This honor was established to recognize driven UM graduates who have demonstrated strong leadership and career passion within the first 15 years after earning their degree.

08/22/2026

Congratulations to Jude Copeland who won Sidewalk Film's Best Alabama Short Screenplay for Any Wrong Step! Jude is a Junior who is pursuing a Media and Film Production major with a Digital Filmmaking minor in our University of Montevallo Mass Communication Program!

07/01/2026

opportunities to learn about the realities, complexities and opportunities of civic life and career paths with the new Civic Leadership Program housed in our department!

As we celebrate 250 years of the United States of America, the University of Montevallo is investing in the next generation of leaders who will shape the future of our nation through our new Civic Leadership degree program. 🇺🇸🏛️

This program will empower students to build stronger communities, champion public engagement and lead with purpose while encountering the realities, complexities and opportunities of civic life and career paths.

The next 250 years start with you! Learn more about the new Civic Leadership degree program on our website → https://bit.ly/4ggLbai 🔗 💜💛

06/12/2026

With today's approval from the Alabama Commission on Higher Education, we are excited to launch the brand new Civic Leadership major which will be housed in the University of Montevallo Department of Communication this fall!

The program focuses on training students in ethical leadership and public accountability; communication, advocacy, and public engagement; civic knowledge, citizenship and social responsibility; and management, administration, and organizational leadership. The program will prepare students for the realities, complexities, and opportunities of civic life and career paths.

Learn more here: https://vallovisionnews.com/2026/02/25/new-civic-leadership-major-coming-to-the-university-of-montevallo/

05/01/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Sally Bennett Hardig who has been designated Professor Emerita of Communication Studies! Fun Fact: Dr. Hardig is the first woman in our department and first COMS professor to be designated Professor Emerita! 💜💛🧱🏆

05/01/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Jeff Walker (Class of 2008) who has been tenured and promoted to Associate Professor of Communication Studies! We are excited that years with Dr. Walker on our faculty! 💜💛🧱🏆