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Michelle Matter is an Assistant Professor of Communication at Crown College, specializing in interpersonal communication, humor studies, and dementia care partnering. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in social support systems.
- PhD in Communication Studies, Colorado State University
- MA in Communication Studies, Colorado State University
- BA in Communication, Ripon College
Her research explores:
- Positive communication strategies in dementia caregiving
- Humor as a therapeutic and relational tool
- Social support dynamics in high-stress environments
- Ethical dimensions of interpersonal interaction
Recent publications examine resilience laboring in entrepreneurship, support marshaling for caregivers, and laughter interventions in dementia relationships. Awards include recognition from the National Communication Association’s Communication & Aging Division and membership in prestigious honor societies.
- Phi Beta Kappa
- Lambda Pi Eta
- National Communication Association Top Dissertation
Matter’s work integrates Christian theological principles into communication ethics, emphasizing reconciliation and mutual encouragement as central to human interaction.
