Travers Scott

Travers Scott is an Associate Professor in the Media and Communication Department at Emory and Henry College, where he teaches courses such as Principles of Graphic Design, Persuasive Communication, and Disability Studies. Previously, he was a long-standing faculty member at Clemson University, where he launched and led the MA in Communication, Technology, and Society and co-created LGBTQ+ initiatives including the Out Roar events series and Lavender Place Living Learning Community.

• Former Faculty, Clemson University
• Associate Editor, Journal of Communication
• Author of multiple scholarly books and over 150 publications

Scott holds a PhD in Communication from the Annenberg School at the University of Southern California, an MA in Digital Media from the University of Washington, and a BFA in Writing and Performance from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

• PhD, Communication, University of Southern California
• MA, Communication in Digital Media, University of Washington
• BFA, Writing and Performance, School of the Art Institute of Chicago

His research focuses on the communication of identities, particularly at the intersections of gender/sexuality, health, technology, and media. He explores how cultural narratives shape perceptions of LGBTQ+ communities, disability, and technological users. His work bridges critical-cultural theory, social movements, and public communication.

His recent scholarly output centers on LGBTQ+ and feminist alliances, technopathologies, and media discourse. These works reveal a consistent theme: how communication constructs social norms, pathologizes users, and shapes political and cultural identities. His interdisciplinary approach spans communication, cultural studies, gender theory, and science and technology studies.

Notable recognition includes the 2020 LGBT Book Award from the National Communication Association for Gay Men and Feminist Women in the Fight for Equality.

• 2020 LGBT Book Award, National Communication Association

Scott has advised graduate students, led academic programs, and contributed to service learning and community engagement. He has served as Faculty in Residence and has been actively involved in creating inclusive academic spaces. While specific grants are not listed, his extensive publication record and editorial role suggest sustained research activity and scholarly leadership.

Though no formal lab is mentioned, Scott functions as a cultural producer and scholar within collaborative academic and community initiatives, particularly in LGBTQ+ programming and media analysis.