Andrea Bergstrom

Andrea Bergstrom is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Communication, Media, & Culture at Coastal Carolina University's Edwards College of Humanities and Fine Arts. She holds a Ph.D. in Communication from the University of Massachusetts Amherst (2011), an M.A. (2005), and a B.A./B.S. in Mass Communications and Marketing from Franklin Pierce College (2002, Valedictorian).

Her research focuses on media literacy, family communication, and media representations of social issues like gender, race, and consumerism. Notable work includes analyzing food advertising's impact on children's health choices and exploring pedagogical strategies for diverse student populations. She has received awards for scholarship (2023) and service (2024) from Edwards College.

Bergstrom's publications span journals like Western Journal of Communication and Journal of Media Literacy Education, with a focus on media's role in shaping identity, health behaviors, and educational practices. She has also authored a book on The O.C. television series (2014) and contributed chapters to international publications on children's media environments.

Her teaching portfolio includes courses on communication theory, research methods, family communication, and capstone projects. She actively engages in service roles at Coastal Carolina, including leadership in the Honors Program and Graduate Studies.