Research Guides: Communication: Websites

Statistics and Datasets

U.S. Census Data The Census Bureau is the leading source of quality data about the nation's people and economy.
Statistical Abstracts of the United States Provides statistics on a variety of topics including health facilities & expenditures, social insurance, and human services.
FCSM The Federal Committee on Statistical Methodology (FCSM) is an interagency committee dedicated to improving the quality of Federal statistics.

Alternet
AlterNet is a highly acclaimed Internet information source that provides readers with facts and opinions not carried in traditional media.
American Association of Advertising Agencies
"The 4A's is the national trade association representing the advertising agency business in the United States." The website includes information about news in the field, business resources, and talent development.
PR Watch A watchdog publication that leads in-depth, award-winning investigations into the corruption that undermines our democracy, environment, and economic prosperity.
Fairness & Accuracy in Reporting FAIR, the national media watch group, offers criticism of media bias and censorship.
Poynter PoynterOnline is the homepage of an educational insitute for journalists.
CLIO Awards "The CLIO Awards is the world’s most recognized global awards competition for advertising, design, interactive and public relations." Website includes video gallery, past awards, and an archive.
News Habits & Media - PEW Research Center News, information, and statistics on media use and information consumption trends.
American Communication Association
The American Communication Association is a not-for-profit organization, a virtual professional association of communication scholars and practitioners.