My current work is structured around the investigation of two primary topics. First, I am interested in understanding how online political communication affects the performance of democracy. My research in this area involves the study of factors such as political talk, political trust, political knowledge, and the sharing of news content online. Second, I am interested in understanding the ways that organizations use digital communication technologies to build and maintain relationships with key constituencies. I'm especially interested in the strategic use of transparent organizational communication practices.
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civility, fake news, political discussion, transparency, trust
APRD 1002 - Introduction to Branding
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Spring 2019
Designed to help students acquire a basic understanding of brand and brand culture. Emphasis on theories and practical problems to learn effective ways of building a strong brand strategy. Encompasses every facet of making strategic decisions for a brand. Involves understanding the content a consumer requires, how the consumer will come in contact with the brand and what is the goal of the relationship between consumer and content.
APRD 2004 - Introduction to Research Methods and Insights
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Fall 2019 / Spring 2020
Provides students with the fundamental skills necessary to develop research-based strategies to address challenges faced by advertising, public relations, and marketing professionals in their efforts to address client communication needs.
APRD 3301 - Social Media Strategies for Public Relations
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Spring 2018 / Fall 2018 / Spring 2019 / Spring 2020
Emphasis on how social media and internet marketing influence public relations; understand the fundamentals and best practices in social media management, visual communication and mobile applications.
APRD 7004 - Doctoral Professionalization Seminar
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Spring 2020
Introduces you to the university and gives you a chance to think out loud about what your academic future might look like. The course is designed to be responsive to your needs regarding your career, getting a job, getting tenure and teaching. In short, the course prepares you for a career in academia. Same as JRNL 7004.
JRNL 7004 - Doctoral Professionalization Seminar
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Spring 2020
Introduces you to the university and gives you a chance to think out loud about what your academic future might look like. The course is designed to be responsive to your needs regarding your career, getting a job, getting tenure and teaching. In short, the course prepares you for a career in academia. Same as APRD 7004.
MDRP 7061 - Quantitative Research Methods in Media
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Spring 2018
Examines various methods of quantitative data gathering methods and analysis in the mass media context. Formerly CMCI 7061.
