Richard T. Messner

Richard T. Messner is a Professor and Associate Dean for Faculty and Academic Affairs at the College of Humanities and Sciences, Virginia Commonwealth University. He specializes in Journalism and has contributed extensively to the study of social media adoption in journalism, public relations, and health communication.

His research has been published in leading journals such as Journalism and Mass Communication Quarterly, Journalism Studies, and Public Relations Journal, earning top paper awards at conferences like AEJMC, ICA, and IPRRC. He is a prominent speaker and media commentator on social media issues.

• University: Virginia Commonwealth University
• School: College of Humanities and Sciences
• Department: Journalism

Scientific Awards:

• Distinguished Teaching Award, Virginia Commonwealth University
• Community Engagement Award, Virginia Commonwealth University
• Eminent Scholar Award
• College of Humanities and Sciences Excellence in Scholarship Award
• Best Practices in Teaching Award
• AEJMC award