Jennifer Fleming

Jennifer Fleming is the Chair and Professor of the Department of Journalism & Public Relations at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), where she contributes to academic leadership and teaches courses in journalism education, media literacy, and news literacy.

• Bachelor’s in Mass Communication from Simon Fraser University (Canada)
• Master’s in Journalism from the University of Western Ontario (Canada)
• Doctorate in Education from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

Her research focuses on enhancing public understanding of media through media literacy and news literacy frameworks, with publications in journals like Journalism Education and Journal of Media Literacy Education. Prior to joining CSULB, she worked as a writer and producer for CTV National News in Canada, contributing to programs such as CTV National News with Lloyd Robertson and Canada AM.

As department chair, Fleming bridges academic scholarship with practical journalism training, emphasizing critical thinking and ethical media practices. Her career reflects a commitment to connecting industry experience with educational innovation.