Lisa Davis

Lisa Davis serves as an Associate Teaching Professor in the Communication Department at Santa Clara University, bringing over 20 years of professional journalism experience to her role. She teaches diverse journalism courses and communication law, bridging academic theory with real-world media practice.

Her research focuses on Investigative Journalism, Media Law, and Religious Institutions in Public Discourse, exemplified by her book The Sins of Brother Curtis: A Story of Betrayal, Conviction and the Mormon Church. This work critically examines accountability mechanisms within religious organizations through the lens of journalistic ethics and legal frameworks.

Professor Davis emphasizes practical application in her pedagogy, integrating courtroom procedures, First Amendment challenges, and ethical dilemmas in modern reporting. Her expertise in communication law provides students with foundational knowledge for navigating legal complexities in digital and traditional media environments.