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Mahuya PalView profile

Professor

• Organizational Communication
• Culture
• Structure
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Dr. Mahuya Pal is a Professor in the Department of Communication, specializing in organizational communication through global lenses. She serves as Editor of the Journal of International and Intercultural Communication and has held leadership roles such as former Chair of the Organizational Communication Division at the National Communication Association (NCA). Her work intersects with contemporary global issues including economy, culture, and environment. Former Chair, Organizational Communication Division, NCA Editor, Journal of International and Intercultural Communication Associate Editor, Journal of Applied Communication Research Editorial Board Member, Communication Monographs and Management Communication Quarterly Dr. Pal’s research explores postcolonial and decolonial approaches to organizational communication, focusing on marginalized communities, resistance movements, and corporate social responsibility. Her scholarship critiques neoliberalism and capitalism in global contexts. Recent publications examine topics like corporate wokeness, digital platform marginalization, and transnational feminist organizing. These works emphasize visibility regimes, subaltern resistance, and culture-centered interventions. Scientific Awards Outstanding Book Award, Organizational Communication Division, NCA Dr. Pal has delivered keynotes on organizational leadership and change, and her editorial contributions include co-editing volumes recognized by academic institutions.

• Cognitive Linguistics
• Discourse Analysis
• Sociolinguistics
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Prof. Marta Degani is a Senior Scientist of English Linguistics at the University of Klagenfurt, Department of English. She previously held roles including Associate Professor at the University of Verona and Research Fellow. Her research focuses on bilingualism/biculturalism in New Zealand, political discourse analysis, and cognitive semantics. She earned a Habilitation in English Linguistics (2014), PhD from Ca' Foscari University (2006), MA from Macquarie University (2003), and a Bachelor's from the University of Verona (2000). She received an Honourable Mention in the ESSE Book Awards (2016) for her monograph Framing the Rhetoric of a Leader . Her work explores linguistic contact between English and Māori, modality in language, and subjectivity in discourse. Education: 2014: Habilitation in English Linguistics 2006: PhD in English and American Studies, Ca' Foscari University, Venice 2003: MA in Applied Linguistics, Macquarie University, Australia 2000: Bachelor's in Foreign Languages and Literatures, University of Verona Research Interests: Cognitive Linguistics, Discourse Analysis, Sociolinguistics, Political Language, Semantics, Bilingualism, and Varieties of English. She investigates New Zealand English's linguistic/cultural dynamics and political discourse through cognitive frameworks. Publications: Her monograph Framing the Rhetoric of a Leader (2015) analyzes political rhetoric using cognitive semantics. Additional research spans modality, Māori-English contact, and subjectification in discourse.

Niall CurryView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Corpus Linguistics
• Contrastive Linguistics
• Discourse Analysis
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Dr. Niall Curry is a Senior Lecturer in Applied Linguistics at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), within the Department of Languages, Information and Communications. His research focuses on corpus linguistics, contrastive linguistics, discourse analysis, and language pedagogy, with a particular interest in global crises discourse, digital pedagogies, and materials development. He holds fellowships from the Royal Society for Arts (FRSA), Global China Academy (FGCA), and the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA). Curry completed his PhD at the University of Limerick (2020) and previously worked at Cambridge University Press as Senior Research Manager, where he linked research to educational material design. He also served as an Assistant Professor at Coventry University before joining MMU. He is a Co-Editor of Routledge’s Applied Corpus Linguistics series and Section Editor for Elsevier’s Encyclopaedia of Language and Linguistics. His research spans projects funded by UKRI, King Sejong Institute Foundation, and the Institute of Coding, addressing topics such as language testing, EMI, and digital skills. Notable contributions include studies on climate crisis discourse across languages and the representation of spoken language in ELT materials. He organizes international conferences, including the Teaching and Language Corpora Conference (2024) and symposia on corpus perspectives in climate discourses. Curry’s work emphasizes translational impact, contributing to inclusive language materials, digital pedagogy frameworks, and qualification validation (e.g., DELTA). He advises on global issues like education, health, and economics, analyzing how these are socially constructed through discourse.

Tamlyn MonsonView profile

Research Fellow

• Migration Studies
• Social Inequality
• Urban Studies
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Tamlyn Monson is a Research Fellow specializing in migration, urban inequality, and political mobilization. Her work examines issues of social justice, spatial power dynamics, and policy responses to displacement and xenophobia. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the London School of Economics (2015), alongside Master's degrees in Forced Migration (University of the Witwatersrand) and Applied Linguistics (Birkbeck). Her research interests include established-newcomer relations, informal institutions, and the intersections of conflict, displacement, and urban marginalization. She has led projects on migrant integration in Europe, including the AIMEC initiative (2021-2024), and studied xenophobic violence in South Africa through the SAHRC investigation (2010). Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to social justice and urban sustainability. Monson has held roles at institutions like UCL, the UK Ministry of Housing, and the Foreign Commonwealth Office. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges academia, policy, and activism, focusing on knowledge mobilization and grassroots engagement in global migration challenges.

Renata MatkevičienėView profile

Professor

• Political Communication
• Public Relations
• Communication Theory
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Renata Matkevičienė is a Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Communication at Vilnius University. She holds a PhD in Communication and Information (2006) with a dissertation on political identity in media, an MA in International Communication (1998), and a BA in related fields. Her research focuses on Political Communication, Public Relations, and Media Sociology, particularly on societal resilience during crises, NGO roles, and digital transformation in education. She has led over 80 publications, including works on pandemic-era CSR adaptation and online social simulations. Academic leadership roles include editorial board memberships in journals like Informacijos mokslai , and expert roles in Lithuania's Higher Education Monitoring (MOSTA) and the Baltic PR Awards. She has organized international conferences and contributed to EU-funded projects on transversal competencies. Her pedagogical innovations include transitioning simulations to online formats during the pandemic, emphasizing teaching presence in virtual settings. She actively participates in Nordic and Baltic academic networks, promoting intercultural communication and European integration studies.

Kristen R. MooreView profile

Associate Professor

• Technical Communication
• Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Social Justice in STEM
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Kristen R. Moore serves as Associate Dean for Equity and Inclusion and Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at the University at Buffalo. She holds a joint appointment in the Department of English. Her research focuses on technical communication, justice initiatives in engineering, and social justice approaches to pedagogy and research. Education includes: PhD, Composition and Rhetoric, Purdue University MA, Composition and Rhetoric, Miami University BA, English Literature and Music Performance, Blackburn College Research examines citation politics in engineering education, coalition-building for social justice, and mentoring models for women in technical fields. Recent publications address Indigenous language education, regulatory writing in engineering, and exclusionary experiences in STEM. Awards include the SEAS Justice Award (2022), ASEE Best Diversity Paper (2021), and NCTE Best Book Award (2021) for Technical Communication After the Social Justice Turn .

Tommy BoorasView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Communication Studies
• Strategic Communication
• Media and Public Relations
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Tommy Booras is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Communication at the University of Kentucky 's College of Communication and Information. He is based in 311 Pence Hall and can be reached via email at tommy.booras@uky.edu or phone at (859) 257-2090. As a faculty member, Booras contributes to academic programs within the Department of Communication, focusing on foundational and applied communication theories. His work aligns with the college's mission to advance scholarship in media, strategic communication, and information sciences. Institution: University of Kentucky College: College of Communication and Information Department: Department of Communication Contact: tommy.booras@uky.edu | (859) 257-2090

• Applied Linguistics
• Educational Technology
• Social Media Analysis
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Radzuwan Ab Rashid is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Languages and Communication, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Malaysia. He holds a PhD in Education from the University of Nottingham, UK, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Leeds, focusing on Applied Linguistics in educational contexts. His research explores interdisciplinary areas including social media discourse analysis, educational technology, and intercultural communication. His work examines topics such as the representation of religion in digital spaces, conspiracy theories related to global health crises, and the application of linguistic strategies in literature and academic writing. He has contributed to over 110 publications and serves as an Associate Editor for Frontiers in Psychology (Educational Psychology) and Frontiers in Education (Language, Culture and Diversity). His research emphasizes the intersection of technology, communication, and societal issues. Notable studies include analyzing former Muslims’ social media postings, investigating conspiracy theories around the pandemic, and developing interactive educational tools. Despite his prolific output, no formal awards or student advisees are explicitly listed in the provided information.

Luiza RzymowskaView profile

Professor

• Rhetoric
• Philosophy of Language
• Ancient and Medieval Culture
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Dr hab. Luiza Rzymowska is a Professor and Head of the Department of Contemporary Polish Language at the University of Wrocław's Faculty of Philology. She leads the Applied Rhetoric specialization and is a member of the Rhetoric and Public Communication Team at the Polish Academy of Sciences. Her research spans rhetoric in historical and contemporary contexts, philosophy of language, ancient cultures, mysticism, and 20th/21st century literature. Recent work focuses on rhetorical history, speaker subjectivity, and personalistic communication frameworks. Her academic career includes extensive contributions to rhetoric pedagogy, classical studies, and interdisciplinary research. Notable projects include analyses of Cicero's rhetorical principles, Wittgenstein's philosophical language, and cinematic leadership discourse in Andrzej Wajda's films. She has authored over 30 peer-reviewed articles and two monographs, with a focus on bridging traditional philology and modern communication studies. Education: Habilitation (dr hab.) in Philology from the University of Wrocław Research affiliations: Polish Language Council (presidency body of the Polish Academy of Sciences) Teaching: Leads graduate courses in applied rhetoric and classical oratory Publications span rhetoric theory, ancient literature, and interdisciplinary studies, demonstrating expertise in both theoretical and applied linguistics. Her work emphasizes rhetorical creativity, ethical communication, and the intersection of language with existential themes.

Ailea Merriam-PiggView profile

Lecturer

• Rhetoric
• Communication Studies
• Digital Media
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Ailea Merriam-Pigg is a Lecturer in the Department of Rhetoric, Politics, and Culture at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. They hold multiple leadership positions, including Chair for the Game Studies Division at the National Communication Association (2025–present), Secretary for the Disability Issues Caucus (2024–present), and Future Faculty Partner Co-Chair for UW-Madison’s Teaching Academy (2023–present). Their research spans rhetoric, digital media, gaming, and cultural studies, with a focus on communication dynamics in performance, online communities, and participatory action. Education: Completed an MA Project at San José State University (2017) exploring cyberanthropology and geek philanthropy. Professional roles include audio editing for Playback (2018–2019) and serving as Secretary for Badger Rhetoric (2019–2021). Research interests include the interplay of rhetoric in media, gaming’s cultural impact, and inclusive leadership practices. Recent work examines color-purposeful casting in theater, metagame analysis on Twitch, and participatory action in community-based projects. Their non-academic writing appears in Nerdist and Nerdy but Flirty . Awards include the Baxter Inclusive Excellence Award (2025), Risser Award (2025), and Helen K. Herman Award (2024). Teaching spans courses like Digital Communication, Rhetoric in Politics, and Intercultural Communication since 2018. Grants include the Elliott Dissertation Scholarship (2022) and Graduate School Fellowship (2022). Labs/Teams: Active in UW-Madison’s Communication Arts program and national organizations like the National Communication Association, where they’ve held multiple leadership roles.

• Marketing Communications
• Digital Marketing
• Social Media Management
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Anja Janoschka is a Professor at the Lucerne School of Business (Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, HSLU), leading the Institute of Communication and Marketing (IKM). She holds academic leadership roles including heading the BA-Major Marketing program and coordinating the CAS International Marketing & Communication program with international partners like the University of Baltimore and American University of Sharjah. Her education includes a PhD from the University of Zurich and studies in Business Administration, English, and Hispanic Studies at Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen. She has held visiting professorships and research roles at institutions such as the University of Freibourg, University of Giessen, and international collaborations with universities in Namibia, UAE, Spain, Finland, and Denmark. Research focuses on corporate and marketing communications, digital marketing, social media strategies, and sustainability in energy sectors. Notable projects include ‘EcoNudge’ for energy efficiency investments and ‘EkoFlex’ for customer-optimized energy flexibility. She has authored/co-authored books like MARKETING: KONZEPTE, STRATEGIEN, INSTRUMENTE, CONTROLLING and Verständliche Vermarktung von Strom aus erneuerbaren Energien . Professional activities include jury roles for Swiss Effie Awards, board memberships (e.g., Mediaschneider AG), and mentoring startups via Start-up Chile. She also serves as a reviewer for journals like Journal of Pragmatics and conferences such as EMAC. Her teaching and consulting emphasize persuasive communication, grant writing, and B2B marketing. Current initiatives include cross-media communication strategies leveraging data analytics and community-oriented approaches in sponsorship.

Matthew AlthouseView profile

Professor

• Public speaking
• Rhetorical criticism
• Burkeian theory
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Matthew Althouse is a Professor at SUNY Brockport's Communication department. He holds a PhD from Louisiana State University, with prior degrees from Bowling Green State University (MA) and Hiram College (BA). His research focuses on Kenneth Burke's critical agenda, religion-communication intersections, and civic life. He teaches courses like Rhetorical Criticism and American Oratory. Education: B.A., Hiram College M.A., Bowling Green State University PhD, Louisiana State University Research Interests: Dr. Althouse explores public speaking, rhetorical criticism, Burkeian theory, and rhetoric's role in religious and civic contexts. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with applied communication studies. Publications: Over a dozen book chapters and scholarly articles published, though specific titles remain unlisted here. His scholarship emphasizes interdisciplinary connections between rhetoric, religion, and public discourse. Awards/Grants: No specific awards or grants are detailed in the provided text. Advising & Labs: No student advisees or lab affiliations are listed, though his teaching role suggests potential mentorship activities not explicitly documented here.

Alejandro PortesView profile

Research Professor

• Sociology
• Immigration Studies
• Urbanization
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Alejandro Portes is a Research Professor in the Department of Sociology & Criminology at the University of Miami's College of Arts and Sciences. He holds an Emeritus title at Princeton University. His work focuses on migration, urbanization, and social integration. Portes earned degrees from the University of Havana, Catholic University of Argentina, and Creighton University, with a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His research explores immigrant adaptation, transnational organizations, and urban development. Notable contributions include studies on the 'segmented assimilation' theory, the role of ethnic enclaves, and the second-generation outcomes of immigrants. He co-authored influential books like Immigrant America and City on the Edge . Portes has received prestigious awards such as the Princess of Asturias Award (2019), WEB DuBois Career Award (2010), and James Coleman Fellowship (2012). His work bridges theoretical sociology with applied research, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. His articles analyze global cities like Miami, Latin American urbanization, and the interplay between migration and technology. Portes' research underscores the importance of social and economic institutions in shaping development trajectories.

Ben LaurenView profile

Associate Professor

• Rhetoric
• Project Management
• Communication Design
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Ben Lauren is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Writing Studies Department at the University of Miami’s College of Arts and Sciences. His work bridges rhetoric, project management, and creative arts, focusing on interdisciplinary collaboration and ethical practices in communication design. Research Interests: Rhetorical theory applied to music composition and technical communication Project management methodologies for distributed teams Trauma-informed design principles for digital resources Ethical frameworks for cultural exchange in creative fields Experiential learning models emphasizing environmental and social justice Recent Work Trends: Recent publications emphasize merging creative arts (songwriting ethics, music composition) with technical communication practices, particularly focusing on how rhetoric shapes collaborative processes and ethical decision-making. His work often addresses equity in design and education contexts. Grants & Advising: No specific grants or advisee names are listed in available materials. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Writing Studies Department’s academic initiatives but no dedicated lab names are mentioned.

• Language Policy
• Multilingual Learners' College and Career Readiness
• Equity and Access in Education
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Mark R. Emerick is an Assistant Professor of Education at Vassar College, joining in 2023. His work focuses on language policy, multilingual learners' equity, and critical discourse analysis in educational contexts. He holds a B.A. in English Literature and M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction from Kutztown University, and a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from Temple University. Prior to academia, he taught ESL and English in secondary schools. Education: B.A., English Literature, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania M.Ed., Curriculum & Instruction (Language Education), Kutztown University Ph.D., Applied Linguistics, Temple University Research Interests: Dr. Emerick examines language ideologies in education policy, particularly how systemic inequities impact multilingual learners in Career and Technical Education (CTE). His work critiques 'whitened' professionalism standards and advocates for translanguaging as an equity-driven pedagogy. Recent Work Trends: His publications analyze educator perceptions, policy gaps, and racialized linguistic practices in CTE. Recent themes include raciolinguistics, anti-racist pedagogy, and the intersection of diversity rhetoric with institutional practices. Awards: National Academy of Education/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship Phi Delta Kappa Award for Outstanding Professional Achievement (Temple University) Teaching & Grants: Teaches courses on language policy, anti-racist pedagogy, and educational equity. Active in grants addressing multilingual learners' access to CTE pathways.