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Dr. Cara Lawson serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Communication, Education, and Leadership (ACEL) at The Ohio State University, part of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). She holds a B.S. and M.S. in Agricultural Education and Communication from Ohio State, and a Ph.D. from Texas Tech University. Her research focuses on public opinion dynamics, crisis communication strategies, and science communication in rural contexts. Dr. Lawson teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in agricultural communication, advises undergraduates, and collaborates across Columbus and Ohio State ATI campuses.
Professional Experience: Prior roles include positions at the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation, Farm Credit Mid-America, and Oregon State University as an instructor. She integrates industry insights into teaching and research, emphasizing effective communication of complex agricultural issues to the public. Office: 200 Agricultural Administration Building, Columbus, OH.
Research Interests: Explores media influence on public perception of rural challenges, risk communication during crises, and strategies to enhance public understanding of agricultural science. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in agricultural advocacy and education.
Advising & Grants: Supervises graduate students Olivia Spaight and Nicole Volk. No specific grants are listed in the provided materials.
