About the School of Journalism & Mass Communication

As one of the oldest journalism programs in the nation, the UW-Madison School of Journalism & Mass Communication also stands as one of the best. With a rare blend of leading-edge research and professional training, the J-School is uncommon in its service to students and to the body of knowledge in mass communication.

• Welcome from the director: J-School Director James Baughman invites you to tour our program
  
  
• Our history: Journalism at Wisconsin traces back a century to the first courses taught by Willard Bleyer
  
  
• Our mission: We focus on excellence in research, teaching and service in mass communication
  
  
• Contact information: Reach faculty and staff
  
  
• Outside resources: Information on the UW, careers and media outlets
  
  
• Frequently asked questions: Learn the answers to common questions about our program