Jennifer Newton

Jennifer Newton is a Lecturer and Academic Advisor at the Department of Journalism & Public Relations within the College of Liberal Arts, California State University, Long Beach. She teaches JOUR 425 (The Business of Journalism) and JOUR 470 (Digital Tools for Public Relations). As the business, advertising, and public relations advisor for Beach Media (encompassing the Daily Forty-Niner, DIG MAG, ENYE, and Beach TV News), she provides academic mentorship and oversees content development. Newton was recognized with the John and Phyllis Jung Part-Time Faculty Award in 2021 for her contributions.

• Education
  • Bachelor’s in Journalism (Public Relations emphasis) with Psychology minor, CSULB
  • Degree in Apparel Manufacturing Management, Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM)
  • Current MBA candidate at CSULB

Jennifer’s research and professional focus centers on digital media innovation, branding strategies, and integrated marketing communications, particularly in corporate and nonprofit contexts. Her work bridges traditional journalism with modern digital tools, emphasizing practical applications in public relations.

Scientific Awards

• John and Phyllis Jung Part-Time Faculty Award (2021)

Newton actively mentors students through her role as faculty advisor for Beach Media and previously coached the PRSSA-LB Bateman Case Study Competition Team to a third-place win in 2018. She is based in Long Beach, balancing her academic work with family life and her MBA studies.