David Shabazz

Dr. David Shabazz is the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and an Associate Professor of Communication at Kentucky State University. He is based in J.S. Hathaway Hall, Suite 210A, Frankfort, KY, and actively contributes to academic and media education. His work spans teaching, administration, and professional recognition in communication fields.

Education:

• B.A., Benedict College
• M.A., University of South Carolina
• M.A.Ed., Wake Forest University
• Ph.D., Regent University

Dr. Shabazz's research and teaching focus on African American communication, sports communication, and popular culture, with strong engagement in journalism and digital media. He teaches introductory journalism, radio, podcasting, and photography, blending theory and practice in media education.

While no publications are listed in the provided text, his professional work reflects a strong emphasis on media content creation, particularly in African American narratives and sports media, suggesting a practice-based and culturally grounded scholarly trajectory.

Scientific and Professional Recognition:

• Educator of the Year (2019), Kentucky Communication Association
• Broadcast Adviser of the Year (2020), College Media Association
• Award for Newspaper Columns, Society of Professional Journalists
• Award for Scriptwriting, Broadcast Education Association

Dr. Shabazz has demonstrated leadership in student media advising and pedagogy. Though no grants or formal advisees are mentioned, his recognition as Broadcast Adviser of the Year highlights his mentorship in student media production. As Dean, he oversees academic operations in the College of Arts and Sciences, indicating administrative leadership alongside his faculty role.

No specific laboratory, research team, or collaborative research group is mentioned in the provided bio.