Battinto L. Batts Jr.

Battinto L. Batts Jr. is the Dean and Professor at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Arizona State University. He is an award-winning journalist and educator with extensive experience in philanthropy and nonprofit administration. Previously, he served as Director of Journalism Strategies for the Scripps Howard Foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Education:

• PhD in Higher Education Management, Hampton University (2023)
• Master’s in Media Management, Norfolk State University
• Bachelor’s in Mass Communications, Virginia Commonwealth University

Research & Interests: Focuses on journalism ethics, media management, and the intersection of philanthropy with educational institutions. His work emphasizes diversity and civility in journalism, reflected in courses like JMC 115 at Cronkite.

Awards: Recognized as an award-winning journalist and educator, though specific awards are not detailed.

Advising/Grants: No specific advising roles or grants listed in the provided text.

Labs/Teams: No affiliated labs or teams explicitly mentioned.