Tom Robinson

Tom Robinson serves as a full-time Professor in the School of Communications at Brigham Young University, specializing in advertising education with expertise in account planning, advertising principles, strategy, and research methodology.

His academic credentials include:

• Ph.D. in Mass Communication from the University of Southern Mississippi
• M.A. in Communication from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas
• B.S. in Marketing from Northern Arizona University

Dr. Robinson's research program centers on media portrayals of aging populations, examining stereotypes, audience preferences, and representation ethics in advertising. Additional scholarly interests span digital advertising effects, sports media, and body image in children's programming as evidenced by his 2008 Body Image publication. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical industry applications.

Collaborative research with graduate students like Tahlea Jankoski demonstrates his commitment to mentorship, while his publications in Educational Gerontology and Journal of Advertising Education reflect interdisciplinary scholarly impact. The School of Communications' professional labs and experiential learning infrastructure support his teaching and research initiatives.