Justin Joseph

Justin Joseph is an Associate Professor in the Department of Public Relations at the College of Communication, Boston University. With over 20 years of industry experience in public relations for global brands in technology, healthcare, and education, he integrates real-world expertise into academic instruction.

Education:

• BS, Boston University
• MS, Boston University
• MA, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

Research Interests: Professor Joseph specializes in crisis communication, media strategy, and strategic public relations. His work examines brand management, investor relations, and media campaign effectiveness, drawing from extensive corporate experience at organizations including Teladoc Health, Canon USA, and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. He investigates how organizations navigate media crises and build stakeholder trust through strategic communication frameworks.

Awards:

• Communications Professional of the Year, American Business Awards (2014)
• Becker Family Prize for Teacher of the Year (2023)
• Lyndon B. Johnson Faculty Advisor of the Year (2017)
• COM Dean’s Award for Alumni Initiatives and Innovation (2020)
• COM Dean’s Award for Alumni Initiatives and Innovation (2023)

Advising and Leadership: As faculty co-director of the award-winning PRLab program, Professor Joseph mentors students in developing and executing real-world public relations campaigns for corporate and nonprofit clients. He has received recognition for innovative alumni engagement initiatives and serves as a faculty advisor for student organizations, emphasizing practical skill development and industry connections.