Rob Roznowski

Rob Roznowski is a Professor at Michigan State University (MSU) and serves as the Head of Acting & Directing in the Department of Theatre within the College of Arts & Letters. He is an award-winning actor, author, director, educator, and playwright with extensive professional experience in theatre and international collaborations.

• Academic Affiliation: Michigan State University
• Role: Head of Acting & Directing
• Program Leadership: Coordinates the MFA Acting Program

His research and practice intersect with acting techniques, interdisciplinary arts, and the integration of STEAM education. He has explored the psychological dimensions of acting and pioneered courses like the Integrative Arts and Humanities (IAH) program on arts and mental health. His work emphasizes creative pedagogy, theatre outreach, and cross-cultural collaborations, as evidenced by his Fulbright Fellowship in Greece.

Key awards include the William J. Beal Outstanding Faculty, Michigan Professor of the Year, and multiple teaching honors at MSU. He has authored books such as Roadblocks in Acting and The Introverted Actor, while also directing internationally and engaging in outreach through the Actors’ Equity Association.

• Scientific Awards
  • William J. Beal Outstanding Faculty
  • Mid-Michigan Alumni Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching
  • Michigan Professor of the Year Award
  • President’s Distinguished Teaching Award

Rob mentors graduate and undergraduate students, including Oscar Rodriguez Quiroz and Taylor McPhail. He actively participates in grants and initiatives like the HARP Grants and the CREATE! Micro-Grant Program, promoting interdisciplinary projects. His lab and team collaborations focus on theatre for social change, climate communication, and STEAM integration, as seen in MSU’s Climate Project with Bullfrogs Ballet and his musical production on STEAM vs. STEM.