Catherine Hastings

Catherine Hastings is an Associate Professor of Communications at Susquehanna University, where she coordinates the Film Institute. She specializes in African-American representation in early newspapers and integrates digital technologies into her teaching. Her academic affiliations include the Department of Communications & Theatre Arts.

• Education: PhD (Pennsylvania State University), MA (Bloomsburg University), AB (Bryn Mawr College)

Her research explores intersections of journalism, cultural studies, and historical media representation. While no recent publications are listed, her work focuses on African-American narratives in early American newspapers.

She has not been specified to have received scientific awards.

As an educator, she emphasizes student mentorship and career development in small-class settings.