Ahmet Aksoy

Dr. Ahmet Aksoy is a researcher in the Department of Communication Studies at Columbia College, focusing on intercultural communication, cultural adaptation, and diaspora studies. His work bridges theoretical frameworks like Differential Adaptation Theory (DAT) and Co-Cultural Theory with empirical analyses of Turkish American identity, environmental advocacy, and crisis communication pedagogy.

Research Trends: Recent publications highlight the intersection of digital media and identity negotiation, including studies on Turkish second-generation immigrants' cultural agency, environmental organizations' Facebook strategies, and simulations for crisis communication training. His work emphasizes qualitative methodologies and experiential learning.

• Key Subfields: Cultural Performance, Bicultural Integration, Digital Activism, Organizational Communication, Pedagogical Innovation, and Environmental Advocacy.