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Francesco Somaini is an Associate Professor of Digital Media Strategies and Online Journalism at Central Washington University (CWU). He coordinates the Media and Journalism program and advises CWU's award-winning student newspaper, The Observer. His research focuses on journalism practices, media representations of minorities and immigrants, and comparative media systems.
Dr. Somaini holds a PhD in Media Studies from the University of Oregon and prior experience as a daily newspaper reporter in Switzerland. His work explores intersections between traditional print and digital journalism, emphasizing content analysis methodologies.
Research interests include user-generated content dynamics, international communication patterns, and the evolving role of bylines in shaping news credibility. His studies often highlight how geographic proximity to immigration entry points influences borderland newspaper coverage.
Academic publications span topics like Olympic athletes' media representation, episodic framing of immigrant stories, and transatlantic comparisons of immigration reporting. These works collectively emphasize critical analysis of media narratives impacting societal perceptions.
Professional affiliations include Lind Hall 118E office location and active advisory role in student journalism initiatives. Current efforts focus on digital media strategies within evolving news landscapes.
