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Matthew W. Savage is an Associate Professor in the School of Communication at San Diego State University (SDSU). He holds a Ph.D. in Communication from Arizona State University (2012) and has held teaching roles at the University of Kentucky, University of Hawaii, and Arizona State University, where he received prestigious teaching awards. His research focuses on health communication campaigns targeting adolescents and young adults, emphasizing team science and community partnerships with educational institutions, governments, and nonprofits.
Key research areas include cyberbullying prevention, oral health promotion in Appalachia, reciprocal violence reduction, and improving healthcare communication through telehealth and genetic counseling. He actively addresses public health challenges like vaccine hesitancy and pandemic coping strategies among cancer survivors. Dr. Savage also explores media framing of intimate partner violence and the intersection of religion and healthcare decisions.
Teaching interests include integrating technology and discussion-based learning in courses such as Quantitative Methods in Communication, Health Communication, and Research Seminars. His commitment to participatory education and real-world relevance has earned recognition across multiple institutions.
Collaborative efforts span disciplines and sectors, with projects addressing bullying prevention in schools, oral health messaging, and leveraging social media analytics to combat misinformation. His work bridges academic research with practical interventions aimed at fostering healthier behaviors and reducing health disparities.
