Aaron Chimbel

Aaron Chimbel is the Dean of the Jandoli School of Communication at St. Bonaventure University and holds the academic rank of Professor. He previously taught journalism at Texas Christian University (TCU) for 9 years and worked as a journalist at WFAA-TV in Dallas-Fort Worth, pioneering mobile journalism (MoJo). His research focuses on digital journalism transformation, broadcast practices, and media convergence. He authored Introduction to Journalism and edited Why I'm a Journalist.

Educational Background: B.A. in Broadcast Journalism from TCU (2002), M.A. from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.

Research Interests:

• Industry shift to digital media
• Journalism education innovation
• Multimedia storytelling techniques
• Documentary production

Recognition: Five Emmy Awards, Edward R. Murrow Award, and multiple industry recognitions for his work in broadcast journalism. His documentaries include Soldier of God (2003 anti-war movement) and Learning the Language (ESL education).

Professional Experience: Prior roles include reporter at KWTX-TV, producer at Texas Cable News, and part-time teaching at TCU/Central Texas College. Active in curriculum development emphasizing coding and entrepreneurial skills for journalists.