Jiayu Sun

Jiayu Sun is an Assistant Professor in Communication Studies at the University of Puget Sound. Her research examines the intersection of communication, technology, and organizational processes in disaster and crisis contexts, with a focus on how impacted communities coordinate emergency response efforts. She teaches courses in communication theory, organizational communication, and crisis communication.

• Education
  • BA, Fudan University (2018)
  • MA, Fudan University (2020)
  • PhD, The University of Texas at Austin (2025)

Her research emphasizes the critical role of communication infrastructure in enabling reliable decision-making during emergencies, particularly through offline neighborhood networks and online emergent communities. While no specific scientific awards or publications are listed in the provided text, her work aligns with contemporary themes in organizational and crisis communication.