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Brian Lain is a Professor in the Department of Communication Studies within the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of North Texas (UNT). He serves as the Director of Debate, contributing significantly to student engagement and competitive debate programs. His academic work is deeply rooted in rhetorical theory and criticism, with a strong emphasis on ideological, cultural, and visual dimensions of communication.
His research interests include 20th Century Rhetorical Criticism and Theory, with special focus on Material Rhetoric, Visual Rhetorics, and the Politics of Representation. He explores Multiculturalism, Community, Identity, and Collective Memory, particularly through the lens of Japanese American experiences such as internment, reparations, and commemorative practices. His theoretical framework draws from Poststructuralism and the works of Michel Foucault, especially regarding ideology, power, and discourse.
The trends in his publications reflect a dual focus: on one hand, the pedagogy and civic impact of debate education; on the other, critical analyses of memory, resistance, and representation in Japanese American history. His work bridges argumentation theory with cultural and historical critique, demonstrating a commitment to both scholarly rigor and public engagement.
Brian Lain is actively involved in professional service, including roles as Secretary of the Visual Communication Division of the National Communication Association and as AFA West Representative on the National Debate Tournament Committee. These roles underscore his leadership in both communication scholarship and debate education.
He teaches courses such as COMM 2140, COMM 3840, and COMM 5340, which likely align with his research in argumentation, rhetoric, and communication theory. While specific grants or advising relationships are not detailed in the text, his co-authored works suggest collaborative scholarly partnerships.
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