Faculty & Research

Faculty at the School of Communication conduct research on the following topics. You may access their latest publications here

AI and Technology

Human-technology interaction, artificial intelligence dynamics, and digital communication.

Science, Health, Environment, and Risk Communication

Health messaging, environmental awareness, crisis communication, and behavior change.

Political Economy of the Media & Ethics

Media institutions, policy analysis, corporate ownership, and ethical practice.

Marketing & Consumer Behavior

Consumer psychology, multicultural marketing, and brand strategic communication.

Organizational Communication

Leadership, public relations, non-profit messaging, and institutional culture.

Rhetorical & Historical Analyses

Civil rights rhetoric, public discourse, historical archival research, and persuasive speech.

Interpersonal Communication

Relational dynamics, conflict resolution, social support, and face-to-face interaction.