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Dr. R.J. Morgan is an Instructional Associate Professor and Director of the Mississippi Scholastic Press Association at the University of Mississippi's School of Journalism and New Media. He leads the Talbert Fellows honors cohort, serves on the Faculty Senate, and contributes to national scholastic media organizations through advisory boards and certification committees.
Education:
- B.S. Secondary Education, Mississippi State University (2007)
- M.S. School Administration, Mississippi State University (2012)
- Ph.D. Education Leadership, University of Mississippi (2020)
Morgan's research focuses on Scholastic Media, Sports Journalism, and Integrated Marketing Communication, with regional emphasis on the American South. His work bridges journalism education with practical media applications.
Awards & Honors:
- Elizabeth Dickey Distinguished Service Award (2018)
- Master Journalism Educator status (2020)
- STAR Teacher, Third Congressional District Teacher of the Year, Paul Cuicchi Innovative Educator Award (during high school teaching career)
- Thrice named MSPA Adviser of the Year
A former 16-year college sports journalist for The Associated Press, Morgan now focuses on advancing scholastic journalism standards nationally while continuing to teach and lead honors programs at the university level.
