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Jennifer Greer is Professor and Dean of the College of Communication and Information at the University of Kentucky, where she leads the School of Journalism and Media. She oversees academic programs, research initiatives, and strategic direction for the college, which includes departments of Communication, Integrated Strategic Communication, School of Information Science, and School of Journalism and Media.
Dr. Greer earned her MA in Political Science from the University of Kansas, Lawrence in 1992 and completed her PhD at the University of Florida in 1996. Prior to her current position at the University of Kentucky, she served in various leadership roles at the University of Alabama including Associate Provost (2014-2019), Interim Dean of the College of Communication and Information Sciences (2013-2014), and Department Chair of Journalism (2007-2013). Earlier in her career, she was Acting Dean and faculty member at the Reynolds School of Journalism, University of Nevada, Reno.
Dr. Greer's research focuses on the evolving landscape of journalism and media, particularly examining how digital platforms transform news consumption and production. Her work investigates gender representation in sports media, online newspaper evolution, social media in political communication, and audience perceptions of news credibility. She employs rigorous content analysis and experimental methods to understand how media formats influence information processing and audience attitudes. Her fingerprint as a researcher reveals significant contributions to Femininity studies (100%), Content Analysis (85%), Social Network analysis (64%), and Experimental Design (64%).
Analysis of Dr. Greer's publication record reveals a consistent trajectory examining the intersection of traditional and digital media. Early work focused on newspaper website development and content, while more recent research explores social media's impact on political campaigns and audience responses to emerging forms of journalism like brand journalism. A persistent theme throughout her career has been examining gender dynamics in media representation, particularly in sports coverage.
Dr. Greer has received recognition for her scholarly contributions as evidenced by citations in Wikipedia and coverage in news outlets. Her research has been cited by numerous scholars, with several publications receiving significant attention in academic circles, particularly her work on online newspapers and gender representation in sports media.
As an academic leader, Dr. Greer has mentored numerous graduate students through their research and scholarly development. Her administrative roles as Department Chair, Interim Dean, and Dean demonstrate her commitment to advancing communication and information education. She has overseen research funding that has supported graduate student involvement in media studies projects across multiple institutions.
Through her leadership of the College of Communication and Information, Dr. Greer oversees multiple research centers and initiatives that bring together faculty and students to explore emerging media technologies, journalistic practices, and information ecosystems. The college serves as a hub for media innovation, connecting academic research with industry practice and community engagement through facilities like Pence Hall and The Downtown Studio.
