Robert Carr

Robert Carr serves as Professor in Communications Media at Fitchburg State University's School of Arts and Sciences, teaching courses including Introduction to Communication & Media Studies, Public Relations, and Marketing Communication.

His educational background includes:

• Ph.D., Wayne State University (Rhetoric & Composition), 2002
• M.A., Eastern Michigan University (Written Communication), 1997
• Secondary Certification, Eastern Michigan University (English Language and Literature, History), 1994
• B.S., Eastern Michigan University (English Language and Literature), 1993
• B.G.S., University of Michigan (English Literature and History), 1990

Dr. Carr's research examines Marketing Communication, Communication Theory, and Rhetoric with particular focus on human-technology-environment discourse and technological determinism. His inductive theoretical approach integrates critical communication analysis with practical production elements across his coursework.

He actively mentors students as coach of Fitchburg State University's Advertising Team for the National Student Advertising Competition.