Elizabeth Skewes

Elizabeth Skewes is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair for Graduate Studies at the University of Colorado's College of Media, Communication & Information. She is also the Associate Faculty Director for the CMDI in D.C. program.

• Ph.D., Syracuse University (2001)
• M.A., Ohio State University (1981)
• B.A., University of California-Los Angeles (1979)

Dr. Skewes' research focuses on media sociology, journalistic practices, and political communication. Her work examines:

• Media coverage of crime and its victims
• Evolution of mass tragedy reporting since the 1960s
• Politicization of mass tragedies during elections
• U.S. presidential campaign trail journalism
• Media ethics in global and national contexts
• Intersection of politics and popular culture

Her recent publications analyze:

• Media ethics accountability mechanisms
• Global media coverage of U.S. politics
• Cross-national journalistic standards
• Historical development of media systems
• Television's role in shaping political identity
• Data-driven journalism methodologies

Scientific awards include:

• MaryAnn Yodelis Smith Research Award (2009)
• Payden Award for Faculty Excellence (2008)

She teaches courses on:

• Data Journalism
• Feature Writing
• Media Law and Ethics
• Political Communication
• Graduate and Doctoral Theory Seminars
• Entrepreneurial Media

International activities span 19 countries including:

• Australia and New Zealand
• Austria and Germany
• Brazil and Chile
• Bulgaria and Romania
• China and Egypt
• Turkey and Uganda