Christine Eschenfelder

Dr. Christine Eschenfelder serves as an Associate Professor at the School of Journalism and Strategic Media at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), where she has taught since fall 2015. With over a dozen years of professional television news experience as a reporter, anchor, assignment manager, and producer, she brings practical industry knowledge to her classroom instruction.

Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Mass Communication from the University of Florida (2014), an MA from the University of Memphis (2008), and a BS from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (1997). Prior to joining MTSU, she taught broadcast journalism courses at the University of Florida.

Dr. Eschenfelder's research examines critical issues in contemporary journalism including newsroom diversity, women's experiences in television news, work-life balance challenges, and broadcast journalism education methodologies. She is dedicated to diversity in storytelling and believes in the power of exceptional writing and visual presentation to bring important issues to life for audiences.

Her notable industry recognition includes the prestigious Edward R. Murrow award among other professional honors.

• Ph.D. in Mass Communication, University of Florida (2014)
• M.A., University of Memphis (2008)
• B.S., University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (1997)

At MTSU, Dr. Eschenfelder teaches Media Ethics and Electronic News Writing, focusing on developing students' professional skills, theoretical understanding, and ethical frameworks. She maintains a strong commitment to preparing the next generation of journalists for the evolving media landscape.