Alfred Cotton III

Dr. Alfred Cotton III is an Assistant Professor in the Journalism Department at the University of Cincinnati. A critical media scholar, he specializes in ethics in mass communication through both practice and theory. His research examines race and representation in news media, media framing, and organizational crisis communication.

• Ph.D. in Communication, University of Kentucky (2016)
• M.A. in Communication, SUNY Brockport (2010)
• B.S. in Journalism, SUNY Brockport (2008)

His scholarly work focuses on:

• Media ethics and diversity in journalism
• Transnational crisis communication analysis
• Organizational accountability in disaster response
• Ethical implications of media framing

Recent publications analyze crisis communication strategies during the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, emphasizing cross-cultural reporting patterns and corporate renewal challenges. Courses taught include diversity in media, media ethics, social media, and interpersonal communication.