Diane Badzinski

Dr. Diane Badzinski is a Professor of Communication at Colorado Christian University, affiliated with the College of Undergraduate Studies - School of Humanities and Social Sciences. With over eighteen years of service, she teaches diverse courses including public speaking, interpersonal communication, nonverbal communication, cross-cultural communication, and research methods, all from a biblical worldview.

• Ph.D., Communication – University of Wisconsin-Madison
• M.A., Communication – University of California-Santa Barbara
• B.A., Communication and Criminal Justice – St. Cloud State University

Her research centers on the integration of communication and Christian faith, exploring how religious identity, conversion narratives, media symbolism, and consumer behavior reflect spiritual values. She emphasizes virtue, critical thinking, and eloquent expression in teaching and scholarship.

Her recent publications examine topics such as sacred symbols in music videos, gender and conversion stories, and faith-centered interpersonal communication. These works consistently bridge communication theory with Christian theology, contributing to the niche field of Christianity and communication studies.

• Faculty Scholarship Award, College of Undergraduate Studies, CCU
• Colorado Christian University Apple Awards
• Favorite Professor recognition from student athletes
• Outstanding Affiliate Faculty Award, Spring Arbor University
• Advisory Board Member, Christianity and Communication Studies Network (CCSN)

Dr. Badzinski mentors students in research and writing, encouraging them to integrate faith with professional communication. She has contributed significantly to both on-campus and online graduate programs. She is also involved in developing academic networks for scholars at the intersection of faith and communication.

She is actively engaged in scholarly communities and continues to publish with academic presses focused on religion and society. Her work supports the development of Christian scholars in communication disciplines.