Kari Wilson Email and Phone Number

Tenured, Associate Professor with a Ph.D. in Mass Communication (with concentrations in Interpersonal Communication and Research Methods) from Purdue University. Additionally, completed a M.A. in Interpersonal Issues in Mass Communication from Purdue University, as well as a B.A. in Communication and Education from Wittenberg University. Has taught at IU South Bend since Fall, 2012. Research agenda that empirically examines the intersections of mass communication with interpersonal and health communication and has been featured in several journals, including Human Communication Research, Journal of Media Psychology, Psychology of Popular Media Culture, Body Image, and Substance Use and Misuse. Expertise in curriculum planning and assessment, with a focus on pedagogical strategies and rigor. Aims to challenge students to critically consider how media and other forms of communication affect their daily lives as well as to encourage students to examine the intersections of concepts for a more complete learning experience.