School of Communication, Film, and Media Studies

About Us

The School of Communication, Film, and Media Studies (SCFMS) at the University of Cincinnati is a dynamic academic unit within the College of Arts and Sciences. SCFMS brings together diverse undergraduate and graduate programs, including Communication, Digital Media, Film Studies, Games and Animation, and Public Relations. Offering hands-on learning, internships, and research opportunities, the school emphasizes critical thinking, ethics, and social impact.

With award-winning faculty and a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, SCFMS prepares students for success in various media and communication fields. Explore our programs and connect with us to learn more.

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Check out UC's latest innovations

March 23, 2026

In an era of constant innovation, UC’s College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) raises the bar high as they host the second annual Discovery in Action Showcase on March 31, 2026. This event will feature projects that will be presented by faculty, researchers and students representing the Portman Center, UC Field Center, the Arts and Sciences Co-Op program, various language studies, and many of the other areas of study that fall under the umbrella of Arts and Sciences.

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Niehoff Center for Film & Media Studies kicks off 2026 series

February 16, 2026

The Niehoff Center for Film and Media Studies at the University of Cincinnati invites the campus and community to delve into the thought-provoking “2026 UC European Film Series: Perspectives on Our World.” Five recent films will be screened, with introductions and discussions led by UC faculty. Using a variety of genres and forms, these films encourage audiences to think about their place on the planet, in relation to civic engagement, to the natural world, to others, and even to space aliens in Moravia. “The series is a mix of realism, reality, comedy, and escapism that we hope will make you see things differently,” said Michael Gott, Neihoff Center director of programming and College of Arts and Sciences professor. “Film can make us rethink our ideas about the world and see things from different perspectives.” Past topics have ranged from artificial intelligence to migration, urban spaces, and women in film. Following each screening, discussions with filmmakers and UC faculty aim to spark meaningful conversations.