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Alumna, Megan Foster (MA, ‘20), visited the department on September 24th. She met with MA students for an informal pizza lunch to discuss her experience as a PhD student in the Department of Communication at UNC Chapel Hill. Afterwards, she joined Dr. Bibi Reisdorf’s class, COMM 6011: Special Topics in Communication Research Methods: Research with […]
Dr. Bibi Reisdorf was invited to teach a Master Class on digital inequality and marginalized communities at the French symposium, “Numérique en Commun(s),” in Strasbourg in late October. The symposium brings together French policymakers and decision makers to learn more about issues and solutions related to the digital divide.
Dr. Camille Endacott, along with Dr. DaJung “DJ” Woo (Associate Professor, School of Communication & Information at Rutgers University), recently co-wrote and published a book chapter in The Routledge Handbook of Communication titled “Career resilience in a dynamic workforce.”
The Charlotte Speech Team competed at its first tournament of the season last weekend. They earned 6th place at the East Coast Early Bird Tournament with 5 students advancing to the Final Rounds! The team heads to James Madison this coming weekend with their largest entry ever!
Dr. Min Jiang, along with M.A. student Shuo Li, presented the China team’s work as part of the Global Media & Internet Concentration Project (GMICP) at the 22nd Chinese Internet Research Conference (CIRC) held at Peking University in July 2025. The School of Journalism and Communication at Peking University profiled Dr. Jiang’s work, which was […]
Dr. Margaret Quinlan was named a Finalist for the 2025 UNC Charlotte Award for Teaching Excellence! This award is one of the most “important and prestigious traditions at UNC Charlotte, honoring outstanding teachers on our campus and providing an example of the University’s commitment to excellence in teaching.” Dr. Quinlan was honored for her teaching […]
Dr. Jason Black was named as an Honorable Mention for the 2025 UNC Charlotte Award for Teaching Excellence! Dr. Black was honored for his teaching accomplishments on September 11th.
Dr. Min Jiang published an essay titled Automated Authority: AI Algorithms in affiliated DC-based think tank New America’s collection: Who Controls AI?: Global Voices on Digital Sovereignty in an Unequal World.
Dr. Margaret Quinlan was quoted in an article by Food Navigator about an opportunity manufacturers have to better reach individuals affected by Polycystic Ovary Syndrome with accurate, science-based information. Dr. Quinlan says, “The best bet for companies trying to make money is to work with doctors or people with 10k plus followers to recommend their […]
The University of Iowa School of Journalism and Mass Communication has included Dr. Dean Kruckeberg in its Centennial Profiles. Centennial Profiles “celebrates the history of the University of Iowa School of Journalism and Mass Communication by examining the achievements of exemplary Ph.D. graduates and faculty, some of whom are also featured in the School’s Hall […]
Dr. Margaret Quinlan recently published an article in collaboration with colleagues titled, Psychometric properties of the Power of Food Scale during pregnancy and postpartum. The study, published in the Journal of Health, “examined measurement equivalence and convergent validity of the Power of Food Scale, a measure of hedonic hunger, throughout pregnancy and postpartum mothers in […]
Dr. Min Jiang has officially joined the DC-based tech policy think tank, New America, as a Planetary Politics Non-Resident Scholar in its Digital Futures Program. She will contribute essays and organize webinars and talks related to digital and AI policies focused on China and the Global South.
Dr. Camille Endacott was recently quoted in a WCNC article on technology and COVID-19. In the article, Dr. Endacott discusses the shift organizations have made to hybrid schedules and videoconferencing due to the pandemic. She says, “‘They {organizations} found that we are more adaptable than we think. There are still ways to have informal communication […]
Professor Debbie Baker and Miranda Rouse (MA ‘18) presented, “Empowering Leaders of Communication Centers: Voicing Excellence Through the Review and Promotion Process as a Communication Center Administrator,” at the 24th Annual National Association of Communication Centers (NACC) Conference. The University of Southern Mississippi’s Speaking Center hosted this year’s conference in Hattiesburg, MS, on April 11-12, […]
Dr. Shanice Jones Cameron was recently reappointed to her position as Assistant Professor – an important step within the tenure-track process. Reappointment to Assistant Professor requires the assessment of a candidate’s performance in the areas described above. Congratulations, Dr. Jones Cameron!
Dr. Justin Grandinetti was recently promoted to Associate Professor with the conferral of permanent tenure! To be eligible, the candidate is assessed in the areas of: “1) teaching, advising, curriculum and instructional development; 2) scholarly research, creative, and other professional activities; and 3) service to the University, the profession, the public and/or the community. Assessment […]
On April 23rd, the Communication Studies Department was recognized for Excellence in Planning and Assessment by the Office of Assessment and Accreditation. The BA in Communication Studies Program was recognized for Excellence in Program Curriculum for the removal of Pre-Communication Studies, which was noted as a “student-centered change” that “fosters and encourages student success.” Additionally, […]
Dr. Camille Endacott was recently quoted in a WCNC article on technology and COVID-19. In the article, Dr. Endacott discusses organizations’ shift to hybrid schedules and videoconferencing due to the pandemic. She says, “They {organizations} found that we are more adaptable than we think. There are still ways to have informal communication while remote, still […]