April 01, 2019
Harris Institute Hosts Annual Research Symposium
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Read about exciting research in the College of Media & Communication. Our researchers are making major contributions adding to the body of knowledge that will benefit our local and global community.
February 19, 2019
Texas Tech’s Harris Institute Co-Sponsoring Hispanic/Latino Media and Marketing International Conference
The Thomas Jay Harris Institute for Hispanic & International Communication in the College of Media & Communication at Texas Tech University is co-hosting the Seventh Hispanic/Latino Media and Marketing International Conference with the Department of Communication at the University of Texas at Arlington.
CoMC faculty and students in full force at NCA conference
The College of Media & Communication was proud to send a large contingent of TTU representatives to present research at the recent 104th Annual Convention of the National Communication Association held Nov. 8-11 in Salt Lake City.
October 01, 2018
Divorce Portrayed in the Media
Marriage ending in divorce is a very common occurrence in the United States as well as around the world. According to the American Psychological Association, 40 to 50 percent of marriages in the U.S. end in divorce. While research on this subject and how it affects families is very common, research on the way divorce is portrayed in the media is less prevalent.
October 01, 2018
Female Body: Connections Between Reproductive Process and the Brain
For centuries, medical experts have been researching the female body and whether or not there is a connection between reproductive processes and the brain. These ideas of “pregnancy brain” or “hormonal women” are not new concepts. Some of these ideas, although in different forms, can even be traced back to Ancient Greek and Egyptian texts. However, there is debate, even today, about whether or not these concepts have any validity.
Research Feature - Hydraulic Fracking Communication - Dr. Erik Bucy & Dr. Amber McCord
Hydraulic fracturing or fracking is a controversial but increasingly common drilling method. Although proponents say it its both an effective and lucrative way to extract oil and gas from the Earth, the technique has been banned in certain states and countries over concerns about its environmental impacts.
Center for Communication Research's Associate Director
The College of Media & Communication's Center for Communication Research hired a new associate director in January, whose research in media and psychophysiology spans more than two decades.
September 19, 2018
Texas Tech researchers seek families for television study
Every parent knows the importance of making sure children watch television that is appropriate for their age. Now, researchers say they want to find out what's going on in your head.
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