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Mirjana Pantic is an Associate Professor in the Department of Media, Communications, and Visual Arts at Pace University, within the Dyson College of Arts and Sciences. She is also the Middle States representative for the MCVA department and maintains an active presence in media scholarship and education, with offices in both Pleasantville and New York City campuses.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Communication and Information, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, 2017
- M.A. in European Studies, Faculty of Political Sciences, University of Belgrade, Serbia, 2013
- B.S. in Journalism and Communication Studies, Faculty of Political Sciences, University of Belgrade, Serbia, 2004
Her research centers on the evolving landscape of digital journalism, with a focus on audience engagement through social media and live blogging. She explores how participatory journalism models foster intercultural dialogue and rebuild public trust in media. Her work emphasizes active audiences, digital storytelling, and ethical challenges in contemporary media environments.
The recent publications highlight trends in participatory journalism and the sustainability of local media in digital markets, reflecting a strong commitment to innovation in journalism practice and audience-centered media design.
Scientific Awards:
- Outstanding Dissertation Award, University of Tennessee, 2018
- Top Student Paper (Second Place), AEJMC, 2017
- Certificate of Appreciation, U.S. Department of State, 2016
- First Prize Proposal Poster, University of Tennessee Research Symposium, 2016
Mirjana Pantic has made significant professional contributions through presentations at major conferences such as the AEJMC annual conference in Toronto and the International Communication Association (ICA) in Prague. She is a member of the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) and has collaborated on research projects, including one examining refugee coping strategies and public diplomacy in Belgrade. While no grant funding is explicitly mentioned, her research has had real-world policy relevance.
She teaches a wide range of courses including Public Speaking, News Reporting, Digital Storytelling, Ethics in Media, and graduate-level courses in communications research and digital leadership. Although no formal lab or research team is mentioned, her digital media research is actively disseminated through academic and public platforms.
