Research Guides at CSU Pueblo Library: *Mass Communications Research: Finding Journals

Mass Communication Journals

Below are a few selected communication journals. Visit the Journalism and Communications list from the "Journals by category" section to find an expanded selection of subject-specific journals.

Journal of Communication
The Journal of Communication is a prominent, peer-reviewed academic journal that serves as the flagship publication of the International Communication Association. Established in 1951, it provides a general forum for scholarship by publishing articles and book reviews on a broad range of issues in communication theory and research.
New Media & Society
New Media & Society is an academic journal and a field of study that examines the social dynamics of new media technologies. It focuses on the complex relationship between emerging media platforms—like the internet, social media, and digital technologies—and their impact on society.
The International Journal of Press/Politics
The International Journal of Press/Politics is a quarterly, peer-reviewed academic journal that focuses on the intersection of political science and journalism. It publishes theoretical and empirical research that explores the connections between the news media and political processes and actors in a globalized world.
Journalism Studies
Journalism Studies is a leading academic journal that serves as a forum for the critical discussion and scholarly inquiry of journalism. It publishes rigorously peer-reviewed research articles that explore the multifaceted nature of journalism, both as a subject of academic study and a professional practice.
Journalism & Mass Communication Quarterly
Journalism & Mass Communication Quarterly is the oldest refereed scholarly journal in the field, publishing original articles and book reviews on a wide range of topics. The quarterly, peer-reviewed journal covers theoretical and methodological developments in journalism and mass communication, including areas like international communication, media technologies, advertising, and public relations.

SuperSearch - Journal Searching

Beginning a Search

While in SuperSearch, you can search for journals in the Journal Search option. In the search bar, type in the journal title or ISSN, or the subject topic in the search box. Then, click on the magnifying glass to search for the journal.
Another option to search is using the Journals by category dropdown menu on the left toolbar to browse journals based on the category. Although this is a broader search, it can be helpful if you are searching for similar journals on a topic.
If needed, in the left-hand toolbar, go to the Show Only section and click on the checkbox area for the Online at CSU-Pueblo and Peer-reviewed Journals options. Then, at the bottom of the toolbar, click on Apply Filters.

The Results

The search results will indicate at a glance if the title is available in print, online, or both. For more information, click the title to see the citation information, locations, and which databases provide access to that journal.
To access the journal from a database, scroll down to the View Online section. This will list each database that has full text available, including the date range that can be accessed in that database.
If you want to access a physical copy of the journal, scroll down to the Find a Copy section, and in the Locations section is a list of which library has the journal, the call number, and a Locate link to guide you to the correct shelf.

To help you provide the reference citation for the journal, scroll to the Send To section and click on Citation. Remember to double-check this citation because there might be some mistakes.

Special Note: Although the Morgan Library is at the Fort Collins campus, the journal can be brought down to the Pueblo campus.