New Faculty Bring Wealth of Skills, Expertise to SOJC
Eleven new faculty at the SOJC bring skills and expertise in artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, consumer behavior, health journalism, and sports writing and marketing.
Faculty Profile
Advertising Professor Studies Fan Engagement
Christine Wise, an SOJC professor of practice and advertising area director, is a devoted sports fan who researches fan engagement. She’s worked for several professional and college teams.
Professor Studies Impact of Virtual Reality on Kids
Jakki Bailey, a new media studies professor at the SOJC, has researched the impact of virtual reality on children’s well-being and behavioral health.
Ad Professor Brings Industry Experience to Classroom
Daniel Zweifach, an assistant professor of advertising at the SOJC, brings industry experience and an academic research background to his classroom.
Sports Journalism: Not Just a Job but a Passion
Ivan Miller, a visiting professor of practice in sports journalism at the SOJC, says a career as a sports writer unites people across multiple backgrounds and involves multimedia storytelling.
Assistant Professor Focuses on Solutions Journalism
Karen McIntyre, a new assistant professor of journalism at the SOJC, is passionate about solutions and constructive journalism because news shouldn’t have to be depressing.
Artificial Intelligence Is a Passion for PR Professor
Renee Mitson, a new assistant professor of public relations, wants students to think clearly about AI.
New Professor Connects Media Influence to Health Behavior
Sharon-Nicole “Nikki” McClaran, an assistant professor of public relations at the SOJC, focuses on researching the media’s influence on health behavior.
New Ad Professor’s Focus Is on Consumer Psychology
Saima Kazmi, a new assistant professor of advertising at the SOJC, focuses on consumer psychology, effective messaging and strategic communication.
New Professor Will Focus on Environmental Communication
John Sutter brings experience as an environmental documentarian, reporter and educator to the SOJC.