
About
Ann Marie Adams is an Assistant Professor at the Roy H Park School of Communications at Ithaca College, specializing in Media Law, Public Forum Doctrine, and Strategic Communication. Her work integrates legal frameworks, digital discourse, and media ethics to address evolving communication challenges.
- Education: MS in Communications (Ithaca College), MLS in Employment Law (Washington University in St. Louis), BS in Sociology (East Tennessee State University)
Her research examines the intersection of media law, digital governance, and organizational communication, with a focus on public forums, privacy in youth media consumption, and the pedagogical application of simulations. She has co-authored publications on these topics and contributed to industry self-regulation discussions.
Adams has received the Pendleton Pivot Teaching Award for pandemic-era teaching innovations and secured grants for AI integration in education. She actively mentors students and participates in academic symposia, emphasizing diversity, inclusion, and experiential learning.



