Eric Holmes

Eric Holmes is a Senior Lecturer in the Business Communication Program at the Isenberg School of Management, University of Massachusetts – Amherst (2022–present). Previously, he held roles as Visiting Professor/Instructor at Valencia College (2019–present) and Instructor at Portland State University (2013–2019). His professional experience includes resume/cv writing and reviewing for The International Air and Hospitality Academy (2017–2022).

Education: Holmes earned a Master of Science in Writing (Portland State University, 2008), Master of Arts in Speech Communication (University of South Dakota, 2004), and Bachelor of Science in Speech Communication (University of South Dakota, 2002).

Research focuses on intersections between business communication, pop culture analysis, and educational technology. His work explores topics like video interviewing techniques in online learning, folklore integration in curricula, and philosophical critiques of media narratives (e.g., *Stranger Things*, *Evangelion*). Publications bridge academic writing with popular culture studies, often employing interdisciplinary approaches.

Publications reflect diverse interests from EC Comics horror analysis to modern digital teaching methodologies. Over 15 years of teaching experience includes designing hybrid/hybrid learning environments and mentoring students in virtual professional development.