Hugh Downs School of Human Communication at ASU

05/27/2026

Hugh Downs School students are expanding their perspectives this summer through study abroad experiences in the UK 🔱

This program gives students the opportunity to engage with new cultures, explore global communication firsthand, and build meaningful connections beyond the classroom.

05/26/2026

Students from the Hugh Downs School are gaining firsthand experience in global communication and culture this summer through study abroad in London 🔱

Programs like these give students the opportunity to expand their perspectives, explore new environments, and apply what they learn beyond the classroom.

05/21/2026

The accomplishments of Hugh Downs School students in national speech and debate competition this season led to a new story highlighting their success across multiple events.

From a national championship performance to a top 10 team finish, these students continue to demonstrate excellence in communication, advocacy, and public speaking.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4tTGCFH

Arizona State University students earned national recognition this spring for their communication skills, with top finishes at two collegiate speech and debate championship tournaments and a national title for a first-year competitor.Students from the Hugh Downs School of Human Communication compete...

05/20/2026

Congratulations to Heather Freireich on receiving the Annette Jecker Outstanding Staff Award from ASU's Graduate Student Government! 🔱

This recognition honors exceptional service and support for graduate students across the university, and we are proud to see Heather’s impact recognized through this award.

Thank you, Heather, for everything you do for the Hugh Downs School community!

05/18/2026

The Hugh Downs School is excited to announce a new Health Communication concentration in our online MA program! 🔱

Launching in fall 2026, the program is designed for working professionals interested in improving communication, engagement and leadership across health and wellness industries.

The fully online format allows students to balance career and education while building practical skills in audience analysis, research, communication strategy and audience engagement

✔ 100% online
✔ Flexible for working professionals
✔ Finish in as little as 1 year

Learn more about the program here: https://humancommunication.asu.edu/health-communication-ma

05/14/2026

Congratulations to Samantha Emerson, the Hugh Downs School's 2026 Dean’s Medalist!

Through research, study abroad, and leadership experiences, Samantha demonstrated the impact of communication in action.

Read her full story: https://bit.ly/435vCKy

05/13/2026

The Hugh Downs School continues to celebrate undergraduate students recognized at this year’s Awards and Recognition Ceremony!

Congratulations to:
• Angelika Minoli — Norman K. Perrill Scholarship Endowment for the Hugh Downs School of Human Communication
• Jacob Graber Sadote — Robert & Sue Karatz Forensics Endowed Scholarship

Great to see the continued impact and accomplishments of our undergraduate community recognized!

05/11/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Paige Von Feldt on earning her PhD and receiving the Spring 2026 Outstanding University Graduate Award!

We are proud to celebrate this outstanding achievement and Paige’s representation of the Hugh Downs School at commencement.

Congratulations Dr. Von Feldt!

05/08/2026

The Hugh Downs School continues to celebrate undergraduate students recognized at this year’s Awards and Recognition Ceremony.

Congratulations to Marlene Casas Estrella, recipient of the Jennifer G. Kaplan Endowment Scholarship!

So inspiring to see the continued impact of alumni support in recognizing and celebrating our students.

Thank you to Jennifer Kaplan and Evolve Public Relations and Marketing for their continued support of the Hugh Downs School!

05/07/2026

The Hugh Downs School continues to celebrate outstanding instructors recognized at this year’s Awards and Recognition Ceremony!

Congratulations to:
Brianna Avalos - Outstanding Instructor Mentorship & Service to Colleagues
Maria Cordischi - Outstanding Instructor Teaching & Service to Students

So wonderful to see our instructors continuing to make an impact.