David Dzikowski

David Dzikowski is a Teaching Professor in Communication Arts and Sciences at Penn State University, serving as Assistant Director of Graduate Studies. He holds a B.A. from Mansfield State College (1975), M.A. (2001), and Ph.D. (2009) from Penn State. His research focuses on the history of rhetoric, presidential rhetoric, and media rhetoric, which informs his teaching in public speaking, persuasive speaking, and public address courses.

Education:

• B.A., Mansfield State College, 1975
• M.A., Penn State University, 2001
• Ph.D., Penn State University, 2009

Research & Teaching: Dzikowski integrates historical and media-based rhetorical analysis into his pedagogy, emphasizing content depth and diverse examples. His work bridges classical rhetoric with modern media forms like film, television, and music, offering interdisciplinary insights into persuasive communication.