Mark A. Gring

Mark A. Gring is an Associate Professor and Department Chairperson in the Department of Communication Studies at Texas Tech University, within the College of Media & Communication. His academic journey includes a B.S. and M.A. from the University of Texas at Austin (1986), and a Ph.D. from The Ohio State University (1993). His research focuses on rhetoric, political communication, and the intersection of religious convictions with sociopolitical behavior. He has authored works analyzing sermons post-9/11, Presbyterian Church responses to racial issues, and classical pedagogy models.

Dr. Gring has received notable awards, including the Presidential Teaching Excellence Award (2013) and induction into Texas Tech’s Teaching Academy (2008). His publications span rhetorical theory, media history, and pedagogical innovations. He actively engages in scholarly activities, including co-authoring The Rhetoric of Social Intervention (Sage, 2018) and presenting at conferences like the Religious Communication Association.

His teaching philosophy emphasizes classical education principles, challenging modern pedagogical assumptions. He advocates for integrating religious thought into academic research, countering secularist biases. His work bridges historical rhetorical analysis with contemporary societal issues, reflecting a commitment to truth and epistemological rigor.