About
Michael Longinow is a tenured full Professor of Journalism in the Division of Communication at Biola University. He serves as the adviser for The Chimes Media Group, which includes a digital daily newspaper, a twice-annual feature magazine, and a podcast network. Previously, he was a nationally recognized writer, scholar, and educator with a career spanning teaching, reporting, and media consulting roles.
Education:
- Ph.D., University of Kentucky
- M.S., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- B.A., Wheaton College
Longinow's research and expertise focus on intersections of journalism, religion, and media, as well as cultural diversity, gender issues, and pop culture in Christian contexts. His career includes significant contributions to journalism education, particularly in Christian higher education and media narratives.
Professional Involvement:
- Head of the Religion and Media Interest Group at the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC)
- National Executive Director of the Association of Christian Collegiate Media (ACCM)
- Guest faculty/consultant at the Washington Journalism Center (Council for Christian Colleges and Universities)
Scientific Awards:
- Fellow, American Press Institute
Longinow has also participated in workshops at the Poynter Institute for Media Studies and contributed chapters to five books on journalism history, media and religion, and American evangelicalism. He has written extensively for regional/national publications and served as a newspaper columnist on diversity issues.
