Communication Research Center
Our Mission
The CRC strives to position its faculty fellows as thought leaders in the varying fields of communication research, advancing theory and methods in addressing society’s challenges. With state-of-the art facilities and technologies, the CRC fosters opportunities for collaboration as well as strengthens and amplifies the expertise and abilities of our research fellows. Whether theoretical or applied communication issues, the CRC also aims to facilitate the education of undergraduate students, graduate students, as well as faculty on cutting-edge developments in communication research.
Statement on Researcher Intimidation and Harassment
The Communication Research Center (CRC) at Boston University, established in 1959, has a long history of pioneering contributions to media effects and communication research. Dedicated to supporting scholars who explore communication-related issues, the CRC recognizes the vital public interest in studying media, communication processes, and information integrity. Over the years, researchers in this field have often faced intimidation and harassment aimed at undermining or silencing their work. The CRC views these threats as serious occupational hazards and is committed to:
- Raising awareness of these challenges
- Creating robust policies and protocols to safeguard researchers
- Fostering an environment that empowers our fellows to continue their important work in addressing contemporary societal challenges.
