Tim Michaels

Tim Michaels is an Assistant Teaching Professor of Communication Arts and Sciences at Pennsylvania State University's College of the Liberal Arts. He specializes in argumentation, political rhetoric, and the intersections between communication and mental health. His work examines loneliness, suicide prevention, and environmental advocacy through qualitative and interpretive lenses.

Education:

• B.S., Clarion University, 2009
• M.A., Duquesne University, 2013
• Ph.D., Duquesne University, 2019

Research interests focus on the public function of argumentation and how communication mediums shape mental health discourse. His publications explore topics like social media's impact on suicidal behaviors and the philosophy of aloneness. He actively advises the Penn State Speech and Debate Society and contributes to national debate organizations.

Teaching: Currently instructs effective speech (CAS 100) and emphasizes practical communication skills.