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Dustin York serves as an Associate Professor of Communication in the College of Arts and Sciences at Maryville University, where he teaches both graduate and undergraduate communications programs. With extensive professional experience spanning agency, corporate, and political realms—including work for major clients like Nike, PepsiCo., and Scottrade Financial Services—York brings real-world expertise into the classroom.
His research focuses primarily on nonverbal communication, particularly how speakers' nonverbal cues impact audiences' information recall. His doctoral dissertation demonstrated a 22% increase in information recall through strategic nonverbal communication techniques, which was published in Entrepreneur magazine and PR Daily. York has also pioneered student engagement initiatives, launching a student organization that tackles public relations projects for clients like the St. Louis Library and Safe Connections, while serving as faculty advisor to Pawprint (Maryville's online student newspaper) and Saints Talk (a student sports podcast).
York's publications reveal a strong focus on contemporary communication challenges, with particular attention to digital transformation, nonverbal communication in masked environments, NFT applications, and generational marketing strategies. His work spans prestigious outlets including Harvard Business Review, Forbes, USA Today, and CNBC, demonstrating his ability to translate academic research into practical industry applications.
Awards and Recognition:
- 2022 AMA Foundation 4 Under 40 Emerging Leaders Award
- 2017 Apple Distinguished Educator
- 2017 Maryville University Excellence in Teaching
- 2016 St. Louis Business Journal 30 Under 30
- 2016 Maryville University President's Award for Transformational Innovation
As an educator, York prioritizes student outcomes through real-world applications, incorporating technologies like drones, virtual reality, and social media analytics into his curriculum. His courses—including COMM 121: Intro to Contemporary Communication, COMM 251: Principles of Strategic Communication, and COMM 673: Search Engine Optimization and Social Media—emphasize both soft skills and technological proficiency, aligning with employer demands for graduates with strong nonverbal communication abilities and digital media expertise.
