Lauren Dugan

Lauren Dugan is a part-time lecturer in the Department of Communication Studies at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), teaching courses in Broadcast Journalism and Interactive Multimedia. A three-time Emmy-nominated journalist, she brings professional experience from her roles at WTXF-TV Fox29 Philadelphia, WJZY-TV Fox46 Charlotte, and Time Magazine. Her expertise bridges academic instruction with practical media training through mentorship of student media groups.

Education:

• Bachelor’s and Master’s in Communication and Journalism from Villanova University

Research and Teaching Focus:

• Broadcast Journalism practices
• Interactive multimedia development
• Digital media storytelling

Awards:

• Emmy Award nomination (multiple times)