Laramie D. Taylor

Laramie D. Taylor is a Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of California, Davis. He earned his PhD in 2005 from the University of Michigan. His research focuses on media uses and effects, particularly examining how media consumption influences social interactions, romantic partner preferences, fan identities (e.g., sports teams or fictional series), and health-related decisions. He has developed foundational online instructional materials, including the introductory course CMN 10v, which integrates faculty-led videos with online discussions.