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Saumya Pant is an Associate Professor in the School of Media Arts and Studies at Ohio University’s Scripps College of Communication. She also serves as the Director of Communication and Development Studies and is affiliated with the Center for International Studies. Her work bridges academic scholarship and community engagement, with a strong focus on social justice and global development.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Communication, Ohio University
- Women's Studies Graduate Certificate, Ohio University
- M.A. in Communication, Ohio University
- M.A. in Mass Communication, Pune University, India
- B.A. in History, Delhi University, India
Saumya Pant’s research centers on communication for social change, gender and health communication, transnational feminism, and entertainment-education. She explores how media narratives, particularly in the context of India’s fertility industry, shape social understandings and impact marginalized communities. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates critical cultural inquiry with practical development interventions, emphasizing participatory and community-based models. She has published in journals such as Journal of Communication, Journal of Development Communication, and International Journal of Mobile Marketing, and authored the entry on 'International Development Theories' in the Encyclopedia of Communication Theory.
Her recent scholarly output reflects a consistent engagement with themes of development, gender, media, and technology. The articles span from theoretical explorations in communication and development to applied methods in health and social change, with a strong regional focus on India and global South contexts. Her work demonstrates a commitment to using media as a tool for empowerment and behavioral transformation, particularly in public health and social equity domains.
Scientific Awards and Honors:
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Saumya Pant actively mentors students through her teaching of graduate and undergraduate courses such as Seminar in Communication and Development, Qualitative Research Methods, and Introduction to Social Media. She has led projects funded by international agencies including Population Communications International and UNAIDS, reflecting her expertise in designing and evaluating communication interventions. Her community engagement extends beyond the university as she serves on the Board of Directors at Rural Action, Ohio, a nonprofit dedicated to sustainable development in Appalachian Ohio.
Labs, Teams, and Affiliations:
- School of Media Arts and Studies, Scripps College of Communication
- Center for International Studies
- Board of Directors, Rural Action, Ohio
