Andrew F. Johnson

Dr. Andrew F. Johnson is an Associate Professor of Management and Chair of the Department of Management and Marketing at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi’s College of Business. He joined the faculty in 2015 and has served in leadership roles, including Associate Dean for Student Success (2021–2024) and Interim Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs. His research focuses on political ideology in organizations, corporate political activity, and societal impacts on organizational behavior. He has authored over 35 peer-reviewed articles and 50 conference presentations, earning awards such as Researcher of the Year (2019) and Professor of the Year (2021). Johnson’s work bridges academic and practical domains, addressing topics like pandemic policy, social equity, and international trade.

Education:

• Ph.D. Business Administration (UTSA, 2015)
• MA Political Science (Tarleton State University, 2010)
• MS Liberal Studies (Tarleton State University, 2009)
• BBA Management (Tarleton State University, 2005)

Research Interests: Johnson explores how political ideologies shape organizational decision-making and corporate engagement with societal issues. His work examines corporate political activity, policy implications of social change, and ethical challenges in employment practices. He has contributed to frameworks like the #SocialMediaCongruence model for applicant attraction and studies on pandemic-related organizational adaptations.

Awards:

• 2023 Amigos de la Isla Award
• 2023 Collaboration Award
• 2021 Professor of the Year

Leadership & Service: Johnson has managed undergraduate program enrollment and student engagement initiatives. He chairs faculty/staff giving programs and serves on institutional committees, including SACSCOC accreditation. His book, *The Island University: A History of Texas A&M University Corpus Christi*, documents the university’s development.