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Matt Baker is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at Brigham Young University, part of the College of Humanities. He specializes in professional discourse, with a focus on employment communication, business and technical communication, editing, and online feedback. He teaches courses in copyediting, content analysis, technical editing, social media marketing, and employment communication.
Education:
- PhD in Rhetoric and Professional Communication, Iowa State University (2017)
- MBA in General Business, Brigham Young University (2013)
- BA in Economics and Business Management, Brigham Young University (2006)
His research is published in top-tier journals in business and professional communication, emphasizing practical and pedagogical applications. His recent publications explore themes such as digital feedback, technical editing, social media analysis, and workplace writing, reflecting a strong interdisciplinary approach grounded in rhetoric and communication theory.
Scientific Awards:
- Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award, Association for Business Communication
- Outstanding State Manuscript Award, Central States Communication Association
Professor Baker actively mentors students, collaborates on research, and serves on editorial boards and professional committees, including the Association for Business Communication Graduate Studies Committee. He is also a coauthor of the textbook Professional Writing and Speaking. His service includes peer reviewing for journals such as Business and Professional Communication Quarterly and Journal of Business and Technical Communication.
He is a member of several professional organizations, including ACES: The Society for Editing, National Council of Teachers of English, and the Association for Business Communication. His work bridges academic research with real-world applications, particularly in preparing students for professional careers through effective communication skills.
