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Michael Hazel serves as Professor of Communication & Leadership Studies at Gonzaga University, teaching graduate courses including Organizational Communication, Mindful Leadership, and Online Course Design. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. from Washington State University with interdisciplinary training in Communication, Statistics, and Psychology.
His educational credentials:
- Ph.D., Interdisciplinary: Communication, Statistics, & Psychology, Washington State University
- M.A., Communication, Washington State University
- B.A., Speech Communication, Gonzaga University
Dr. Hazel's research centers on organizational communication dynamics, communication apprehension interventions, and mindfulness applications in leadership. He investigates temperament influences on reticence, digital communication challenges, and voter perception of leadership qualities through rigorous quantitative methodologies. His scholarship bridges psychological principles with practical communication frameworks across educational and organizational contexts.
Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals enduring focus on communibiological paradigms (twin studies), digital education environments, and leadership communication. His work demonstrates methodological consistency in examining fear of negative evaluation across contexts while evolving toward contemporary applications like online writing apprehension and intersectional leadership.
No scientific awards or honors are documented in the available materials.
While specific advisees aren't listed, his COML 602 M.A. Capstone Seminar indicates graduate student supervision. No grant funding details appear in the provided text.
Research infrastructure details including laboratories or collaborative teams are not specified in current documentation.

