Brian W Horton

Dr. Brian W Horton is an Associate Professor of Instruction in the Department of Communication at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). He specializes in teaching Communication Technology, Multimedia Design, User Experience Research, and Visual Communication. His research focuses on Constructivist approaches, Interpersonal Communication, Language and Cross-Cultural Psychology, and emerging technologies. Horton has held academic roles at UTA since 2007, progressing from Visiting Assistant Professor to his current position.

Education:

• PhD in Communication, The Ohio State University, 2007
• MA in Communication/Journalism, The Ohio State University, 2004
• BA in Speech Communication, Ball State University, 1999

Research and Grants: Horton has led or supported grants such as the RUG Project (funded by Rockefeller Brothers Fund, Min’s List, Afghan-American Foundation, and UTA College of Liberal Arts), focusing on resilience and global unity through storytelling. He has published in journals like Communication Research and Visual Communication Quarterly.

Teaching and Advising: He advises numerous students in thesis and independent studies, spanning Communication and Art and Art History. His courses include Communication Theory, Multimodal Communication, and Web Design Development.

Service: Horton chairs the Web Committee and CommDay, advises the UX Design Club and Japanese Culture Society, and reviews for journals like the International Journal of Communication.