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Linda Horwitz is an Associate Professor of Communication and Chair of Museum Studies at Lake Forest College (2009–present). She holds a PhD in Communication Studies (Northwestern University, 1998) and a Graduate Certificate in Women’s Studies. Her research focuses on rhetorical criticism, feminist argumentation, and pop culture analysis, with notable works exploring gender representation in media, historical figures like Angela Y. Davis, and the rhetoric of political widows. She has taught courses ranging from foundational communication theories to specialized topics like the Rhetorical Presidency and gender studies. Her work emphasizes intersections of gender, power, and public discourse. Invited lectures and debates include discussions on election rhetoric, queer representation, and feminist pedagogy.
Her academic career includes prior roles as Assistant Professor at Lake Forest (2003–2009), Visiting Assistant Professor at Hamilton College (1998–2000), and instructorships at Loyola University and Bates College. She has presented over 50 conference papers globally, focusing on rhetorical analysis of media, historical figures, and cultural symbols. Her teaching extends to debate leadership, with roles as Director of Debate at Hamilton College and contributions to Lake Forest’s debate society.
Linda’s research spans rhetorical theory’s foundational concepts (e.g., enthymeme analysis) to modern applications in pop culture and politics. Her pedagogical innovations include integrating debate as a teaching tool and exploring digital humanities in communication studies. She has no listed awards but maintains active involvement in professional organizations like the National Communication Association (NCA) and the Rhetoric Society of America (RSA).
