Abigail Koenig

Dr. Abigail Koenig is an Assistant Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship in the College of Business at the University of Louisville. Her expertise lies in communication and storytelling, taught across undergraduate and graduate courses. Previously, she taught at the University of Houston–Downtown for eight years, specializing in intercultural and interracial communication.

Education:

• PhD in Rhetoric and Technical Communication, Texas Tech University
• MA in Mass Communication, University of Houston
• BFA in Dramatic Writing, SUNY Purchase

Research Interests: Focus on algorithmic and information literacy, particularly their impact on communication. This includes analyzing how individuals engage with algorithms and digital media, with a historical lens on rhetoric and technical communication. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in education and cross-cultural dialogue.

Recent Research Trends: Her articles explore how emotions shape political engagement (e.g., polarization via presidential candidate evaluations), behavioral responses to online petitions, and the role of textual curation in digital spaces. These studies highlight intersections of technology, rhetoric, and societal behavior.

Awards:

• Outstanding Lecturer of the Year (2018, UH-Downtown)
• Outstanding Lecturer Finalist (2017, UH-Downtown)
• Ella Margaret Hawes Women in Transition Scholarship (2010)

Teaching & Advising: While no formal advisees are listed, Dr. Koenig has mentored through course instruction and curriculum development. Her pedagogical innovations emphasize applied communication skills in algorithmic literacy and intercultural contexts.