Brian Pattie

Mr. Brian Pattie is an Instructor of Communications with a focus on interpersonal communication and conflict management. He holds a B.A. in Communication from Oakland University and an M.A. in Communication Studies from Wayne State University. His research emphasizes romantic relationship communication, conflict resolution strategies, and relational maintenance behaviors.

• Education: B.A., Communication (Oakland University); M.A., Communication Studies (Wayne State University)

His teaching portfolio includes courses like Fundamentals of Communication, Relational Communication, and Communication Theory & Research Methods. He actively participates in professional organizations such as the National Communication Association and Iowa Communication Association, where he presented work on interpersonal conflict. In 2018, he received the Outstanding New Teacher Award for pedagogical excellence.