The Mass Media area focuses on theory and research related to media content and use, media effects, and audience reception.  Scholars in this area study the psychological processes of media use and effects, media representation of cultural groups, effects of immersive media and social networking, audience reception of popular culture, and fan studies. 

Mediated Communication Faculty

Professor of Professional Practice
Associate Teaching Professor, Director of Honors Program and Undergraduate Research
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Assistant Teaching Professor
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Associate Professor
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