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Dr. Thomas Rakebrand is a Researcher at the Department of Media and Communication Studies, Leipzig University, under Prof. Dr. Christian Pentzold. He is also a member of the program management team at mephisto 97.6, the university's educational radio station, where he coordinates cross-media journalism courses and editorial processes.
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies, Leipzig University (2008-2011)
- Master of Arts in Communication and Media Studies (Media Pedagogy focus), Leipzig University (2011-2014)
- PhD in Communication Science, Leipzig University (2016-2022) with "magna cum laude"
- Academic Teaching Certificate Plus, Leipzig University (2017-2020)
Research Focus: He examines governance of creative practices in social communities, particularly in independent performing arts in Saxony. His work bridges research ethics, media systems change, and qualitative methodologies. Recent publications highlight ethics in interdisciplinary teaching, digital interview techniques, and discourse analysis.
Scientific Awards:
- 2021: Young Talent Award for Outstanding Commitment to Teaching (Leipzig University Society)
Teaching Contributions: He teaches cross-media journalism, qualitative research methods, and media ethics, with courses like "Digital Interviews" (2024) and "Media Ethics" (M.A. KMW). His pedagogy emphasizes student-led project design and critical reflection.
Research Projects: Leads "Political Graphics in New Media" (2022–ongoing), funded by international sources, analyzing media's impact on political knowledge.
