Vincent Davis

Vincent Davis is a Lecturer in the Communication Department at Saint Xavier University (SXU), where he has served as full-time faculty since fall 2017. He previously worked at Ricoh USA, Inc. for 19 years before returning to academia. Davis earned his Ph.D. in Communication Studies from Regent University in 2023, focusing on the intersection of genealogy and identity formation in interpersonal communication.

• Ph.D., Regent University (2023)
• M.A., Governors State University (2013)
• B.A., SXU (2010)
• A.A., Moraine Valley Community College (2007)

His research bridges genealogical history with communication theory, emphasizing how ancestral knowledge shapes self-perception and social interaction. At SXU, Davis teaches courses that have prepared students for success in speech competitions and campus-wide committees, earning praise for his classroom presence and dedication.

• Teaching Excellence Award (2020 winner, 2021/2022 nominees)
• African-American Achievement Award for Outstanding Faculty (2018, 2020, 2022, 2023 winners)

Davis is also an active genealogist, volunteering to help others trace their family histories. His personal and academic work highlights the cultural and communicative significance of ancestral connections.