Rasha Allam

Rasha Allam serves as Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at the School of Global Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP), The American University in Cairo (AUC).

Education:

• BA in Journalism and Mass Communication (2002), The American University in Cairo
• MA in Journalism and Mass Communication (2005), The American University in Cairo
• Honorary graduate, Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania
• Honorary graduate, Oxford University program of Media Laws and Regulations
• Doctorate in Business Administration (Media Management), Maastricht School of Management
• PhD in Journalism, Cairo University

Research Interests: Dr. Allam specializes in Egyptian and Arab media ecosystems, with rigorous analysis of business models, management systems, and regulatory frameworks across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms. Her work critically examines policy implementation and legal structures shaping Arab media landscapes.

Scientific Awards:

• GAPP Outstanding Research award (2020)
• Top 50 Women Award in Egypt (2015)
• Cairo University Top 10 Influential Women in Egypt (2016)

Professional Leadership: Dr. Allam serves on editorial boards for Journalism Practice, Arab Media and Society, and Communication Theory. Her consultancy for UNESCO, UNICEF, and Facebook Journalism Project drives media development initiatives. Appointed to Egypt's Supreme Council of Universities media sector in 2025, she leads accreditation reviews for national journalism programs.