Patrick Lee Plaisance

Patrick Lee Plaisance is the Don W. Davis Professor in Ethics at The Pennsylvania State University's College of Communications. He holds a Ph.D. from Syracuse University, a Master's from the College of William & Mary, and a Bachelor's from the University of Missouri. His research focuses on media sociology, moral psychology, and ethical frameworks in journalism, particularly newsroom socialization processes and the intersection of media ethics with moral theory.

Plaisance's work explores how journalists internalize professional norms and navigate ethical dilemmas in evolving media landscapes. His expertise bridges sociological and psychological perspectives to understand media's role in shaping societal morality. He is affiliated with the Department of Journalism at Penn State, contributing to graduate programs in media studies and mass communications.

Contact details include his office at 128 Carnegie Building and phone 814-863-3800. A CV is available for further professional details, though specific grants, awards, or advising records are not listed here.