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Dave Penticuff serves as an Adjunct Professor of Sports Writing within the Communication Department at Taylor University, leveraging his extensive professional journalism experience in the classroom.
Education
- BS in Journalism, Ball State University
Research and Professional Focus
Professor Penticuff specializes in sports journalism and news writing, with deep expertise in editorial writing and public service reporting. His teaching integrates practical industry experience from decades of frontline journalism work across Midwestern news organizations, emphasizing real-world applications in sports coverage and community-focused reporting.
Awards and Honors
- Hoosier State Press Association, Best Editorial Writer, third place (2019)
- Indiana Associated Press Media Editors, Best Public Service, first place (2016)
- Indiana Associated Press Media Editors, Best Editorial Writer, first place (2015)
- Hoosier State Press Association, Best Editorial Writer, first place (2013)
- Hoosier State Press Association, Best Business and Economic Coverage, 1st place (2011)
- Indiana Associated Press Managing Editors, Best Editorial Writing, first place (2011)
- The American Legion Fourth Estate Award (2001)
- James K. Batten Award for Excellence in Civic Journalism (2001)
- Best of Gannett 2000 Public Service Award (2001)
- Best of Gannett 2000 Outstanding Individual Achievement Award (April 2001)
- Scripps Howard Foundation National Journalism Awards, Public Service Reporting (2001)
Professional Mentorship and Industry Engagement
As an active working journalist, Professor Penticuff provides students with direct insights into contemporary newsroom operations and ethical reporting standards. His current roles at The Star Press and Centralia Morning Sentinel inform his pedagogy with up-to-the-minute industry practices, while his award-winning career demonstrates exceptional standards in sports coverage and community journalism that shape his mentorship approach.
