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Brett Sherrick is an Assistant Professor at Purdue University's Brian Lamb School of Communication, specializing in video games, media psychology, and communication. Previously, he served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Journalism and Creative Media at the University of Alabama. He earned his PhD in mass communications from Penn State University, with MA and BA degrees from the University of North Carolina systems.
- Primary Research: Video games, mass communication, media effects
- Primary Teaching: Video games, research methods, media psychology
- Methodology: Quantitative social science approaches
His research examines how media engagement leads to user benefits, particularly in health communication and persuasive game design. Recent publications explore awe experiences in games, esports motivations, and parasocial interactions on streaming platforms. Sherrick emphasizes practical applications for communication professionals.
Scientific recognition includes the Mass Communication and Society Division Top Dissertation Award (2016) and AEJMC's Promising Professor Award (2017). He actively mentors graduate students in game studies and media research, focusing on their development in both academic and industry contexts.
