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J.C. Abdallah is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication, Media, & Culture at Coastal Carolina University. His research focuses on the intersection of sport, media, and fan identification, particularly examining how fans interact with sports teams and each other through social media. He holds a Ph.D. in Communication (Sports Communication) from the University of Alabama (2020), an M.A. in Communication from The Ohio State University (2017), and a B.A. in Communication Studies from West Virginia University (2015).
Education:
- Ph.D., Communication (Sports Communication), University of Alabama, 2020
- M.A., Communication, The Ohio State University, 2017
- B.A., Communication Studies, West Virginia University, 2015
Research Interests: Dr. Abdallah’s work analyzes fan behavior and media consumption patterns in sports contexts. His dissertation explored differences in social media engagement between NFL and college football fans. He employs quantitative methods to study identification processes and communication dynamics among sports audiences.
Awards:
- Ronald E. McNair Scholar (undergraduate achievement)
Teaching & Professional Background: He teaches courses in sports communication, persuasion, mass communication research methods, and public speaking. A lifelong fan of Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins, his personal interests align with his academic focus on sports fandom.
