David N DesRoches

David N DesRoches is an Adjunct Professor and Director of Community Programming at Quinnipiac University. He manages the university's podcast network and teaches courses like Audio Storytelling (JRN 521), focusing on public radio-style reporting and production. With a decade in journalism, his work spans print and broadcast, including roles at WNPR (NPR Hartford) and hosting flagship NPR programs. He has earned over two dozen awards, including twice being named New England's 'Reporter of the Year' and inclusion in Connecticut Magazine's '40 Under 40' (2015).

• Expertise: Content Creation, Ethics in Communication, Nonprofit PR, Propaganda Analysis, Social Media Strategy
• Research Interests: Disability Rights, Justice Movements, Media Criticism, Political Reform

His current roles involve overseeing student podcasts (e.g., Golden Mic Awards) and advising state-level AI policy initiatives. He actively engages in media criticism and advocates for ethical journalism practices.

• Awards: Extensive journalism accolades, including national recognitions

DesRoches mentors students in audio storytelling and podcasting through courses like JRN 302, JRN 521, and SPS 280. His work bridges academic media training with real-world applications in community engagement and public discourse.