Faculty Directory

The faculty of the Department of Journalism and Media Studies combines extensive professional experience with dynamic academic and research expertise. Our professors include award-winning journalists, seasoned media practitioners, and innovative scholars who pursue cutting-edge instruction and research in areas like media ethics, digital communication, multimedia storytelling, and media history. Committed to mentoring students and advancing knowledge, our faculty cultivate an environment of intellectual curiosity and practical application, preparing the next generation of media professionals to excel in a rapidly evolving media landscape.

Amy Lanasa
Department Head, Professor

Amy Lanasa

Journalism and Media Studies / Creative Media Institute

Bruce Berman
Associate Professor

Bruce Berman

Journalism and Media Studies

Richard Coltharp
College Assistant Professor

Richard Coltharp

Journalism and Media Studies

Jeff Hunter, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor

Jeff Hunter, Ph.D.

Journalism and Media Studies

Mary Lamonica, Ph.D.
Professor

Mary Lamonica, Ph.D.

Journalism and Media Studies

Nicholas Miller
College Professor

Nicholas Miller

Journalism and Media Studies

Hugo Perez
College Associate Professor

Hugo Pérez

Journalism and Media Studies