معرفی
Dr. James Ndone is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication, Media, & Culture at Coastal Carolina University. He specializes in crisis communication, emotional communication strategies, and experimental research designs. His work focuses on how emotions and timing of crisis messages impact organizational reputation and public forgiveness.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Journalism, University of Missouri (2021)
- M.A. in Communication, Illinois State University (2017)
- B.Sc. in Communication and Journalism (First Class Honors), Moi University, Kenya (2013)
Research Interests: Dr. Ndone's research examines the intersection of emotions and crisis communication, particularly in high-stakes scenarios like corporate crises and public health emergencies. He employs experimental methodologies to explore how empathy, timing, and leadership authenticity mediate crisis outcomes. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in organizational reputation management.
Professional Recognition:
- 2023-2024 Department's Chair Award for Service
- 2022-2023 Professional Enhancement Grant
Teaching & Grants: Teaches courses on public relations, organizational communication, and crisis management. His grants support research into cross-cultural crisis communication resilience and media personnel challenges during pandemics.
