James Scott Smith

James Scott Smith is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at Christopher Newport University, with an office in Luter Hall 267. He can be contacted via phone at (757) 594-9300 or email j.smith@cnu.edu.

His educational background includes:

• PhD in Political Communication from the University of Missouri
• MS in Communication from Illinois State University
• BA in Communication from Marist College

Professor Smith specializes in Political Communication and Rhetoric, with core research in Image Repair strategies. His work extends to Political Discourse, Campaign Discourse, Dystopian Myths, and Sports Communication, examining how political narratives and media interactions shape public perception. His teaching directly reflects these research emphases, covering both theoretical frameworks and practical applications in communication studies.