Willie Tubbs

Willie Tubbs is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of West Florida (UWF), within the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. His expertise spans interactive media, message design, journalism, and media relations, with a primary research focus on media history, particularly 20th Century American media.

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s in Journalism, Louisiana College
  • Master’s in Interactive Media, Quinnipiac University
  • Doctorate in Mass Communication, University of Southern Mississippi

Tubbs has developed specialized courses in sports reporting and athletics media relations at UWF, where he has worked since his arrival to expand sports-related academic offerings. He collaborates with faculty and administrators to create a sports agency practicum, enabling students to support UWF Athletics in achieving communication goals. His teaching emphasizes experiential learning through conference trips, guest speakers, and real-world client partnerships.