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Tony Docan-Morgan, Kim B. Serota, Timothy R. Levine and Christopher J. Carpenter

Tony Docan-Morgan, Communication Studies; Kim B. Serota, Oakland University; Timothy R. Levine, University of Oklahoma; and Christopher J. Carpenter, Western Illinois University; co-authored the article "Validation of an efficacy of lying scale" in Communication Research Reports, published on July 14 by Taylor & Francis.

Submitted on: Aug. 18

Weixu Lu

Weixu Lu, Communication Studies, authored the article "Theorizing with purpose: A five-step approach to motivate and guide students in communication theory courses" in the "Journal of Communication Pedagogy," published on Aug. 1 by Central States Communication Association. This study was sponsored by a CATL scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL) grant. It addresses the challenges of effectively teaching communication theories to undergraduate students by introducing a five-step process in teaching. Assessment results from two semesters were compared to evaluate the efficacy of this model, showing significant improvements in students’ comprehension of theories and ability to theorize communication phemomena.

Submitted on: Aug. 15

Kate Lavelle

Kate Lavelle, Communication Studies, authored the article "'Let it Kick You Forward' and Health Promotion: Coach Kay as a hero in cancer fundraising" in "Communication and Sport," published on June 26 by SAGE.

Submitted on: July 28

Weixu Lu and Ariel Beaujot

Weixu Lu, Communication Studies, and Ariel Beaujot, History, presented "Serendipity and sustainability: The extended life of an urban location-based storytelling project" at 75th International Communication Association Annual Conference on June 12 in Denver, CO. This presentation featured Dr. Beaujot’s long-running Hear, Here La Crosse oral history project and its vital role in fostering a strong sense of place among local community members. Through the lens of urban communication, Dr. Lu and Dr. Beaujot examined the factors that contributed to both the successes and challenges of integrating this narrative initiative into K-12 education, community events, and even its unexpected adoption by local Pokémon Go players.

Submitted on: June 16

Weixu Lu and Tanvi Thakkar

Weixu Lu, Communication Studies, and Tanvi Thakkar, Psychology, presented "“Ceci n’est pas un Professeur”: Captions and Slides in Online Videos for Cochlear Implants Users" at 75th International Communication Association Annual Conference on June 14 in Denver, CO. This innovative research on improving accessibility for individuals with cochlear implants in online video-based communication and learning. Using eye-tracking technology, Dr. Lu and Dr. Thakkar explored how individuals with cochlear implants navigate captions and visual aids in online lecture videos. Their work sheds light on how digital learning materials could be better designed to support all learners.

Submitted on: June 16