معرفی
Dr. Marina Hendricks is an Assistant Professor and Graduate Program Coordinator for the Online Master of Mass Communication at South Dakota State University's School of Communication & Journalism. She teaches courses in Public Relations Writing, Integrated Marketing Communication, and Cross-Platform Campaigns.
- Ph.D. in journalism | University of Missouri-Columbia
- M.A. in journalism and mass communication | Kent State University
- B.A. in journalism | Marshall University
Her research focuses on youth journalism, student journalists, journalism ethics, and social media's impact on media practices. She has led initiatives exploring pandemic-related educational barriers, diversity in youth journalism, and socioeconomic factors in tobacco cessation.
Recent publications analyze post-pandemic educational disruptions, racial terminology in student media, and digital agenda-setting during political events. These works span subfields like media ethics, youth engagement, and digital communication trends.
- 2024 David Adams Scholastic Journalism Educator of the Year Award
- 2024 Top Faculty Paper (co-author) - AEJMC Scholastic Journalism Division
- 2024 Certified Journalism Educator (renewal) - Journalism Education Association
- 2021 Excellence in Online Teaching Award - South Dakota State University
- 2020 Volunteer of the Year - Visit Brookings
- 2018 Top Faculty Paper (solo author) - AEJMC Scholastic Journalism Division
She serves as faculty adviser for the Public Relations Student Society of America and coordinates the South Dakota High School Press Association. She has secured multiple $10,000 grants from the South Dakota Department of Health Tobacco Control Program for studies on vaping trends and e-cigarette education.
