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Joe Gosen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Journalism at Western Washington University (WWU), specializing in visual journalism education. He joined WWU in 2014 after 12+ years teaching at Brooks Institute in California. His professional career includes roles as a photojournalist for newspapers and wire services, along with graphic design work at the Reno Gazette-Journal. He co-founded SportsShooter.Com (2002-2023), an online resource for sports photographers.
Education:
- B.A. in Photojournalism, San Jose State University
- M.A. in Journalism, University of Nevada, Reno
Research Interests: Focuses on visual journalism ethics, digital media credibility, and the intersection of technology with storytelling. His work explores how visual content shapes public perception, particularly in politically charged contexts like press freedom and cultural debates.
Awards:
- 2023 Creative Research Award from AEJMC's Visual Communication Division for Dreaming of a Free Press
Teaching & Engagement: Instructs courses such as Advanced Visual Journalism and Digital Media in Journalism. Collaborates with colleagues on multimedia projects documenting community spaces and journalism's societal role. Active in producing documentaries and short films that highlight underreported stories.
