... a nationally recognized authority on media portrayals of minorities, athletes, women and teens, Dr. Frisby’s work has been highly influential and widely cited.According to Google Scholar, 20 of her papers have been cited more than 300 times. Dr. Frisby was a professor for 23+ years.
About Dr. Cynthia Frisby's Portfolio
Work Experience
Work Experience
Work Experience
I have worked in academics for over 25 years, teaching strategic communication and graduate courses in theory, research, and health comm. I have also worked as a consultant for a fitness center, designing promotions and other health campaigns aimed at gaining new members and maintaining happy members as well. I worked also as a social me
I have worked in academics for over 25 years, teaching strategic communication and graduate courses in theory, research, and health comm. I have also worked as a consultant for a fitness center, designing promotions and other health campaigns aimed at gaining new members and maintaining happy members as well. I worked also as a social media strategist and emcee for a comedy club planning many events and service as their public relations professional
Education
Work Experience
Work Experience
I have a PhD in Mass Communication Research specializing in Social Psychology, a Masters in Mass Communication, and A BS in Psychology and a minor in Communications Processes and Disorders
Skills
Work Experience
Skills
I have expertise in public speaking, writing books, creative thinking, problem-solving, campaign development, data analytics, SPSS, consumer behavior, research planning and analysis, writing scholarly research manuscripts, presentation skills, mentoring students, and time management. My work has appeared in national media such as ESPN+.
AS SEEN ON ESPN+
Dr. Frisby appears on Dr. Ibram X Kendi's ESPN special "Skin in the Game" which discusses the lack of diversity in sports media and how it impacts the coverage of athletes of color. Dr. Kendi is joined by ESPN contributor Scoop Jackson, sports editor Dave Zirin, and professor Dr. Cynthia Frisby to discuss how a lack of diversity in newsrooms can impact how stories are told. You have to have ESPN+ to view the episode(s) https://www.espn.com/espnplus/player/_/id/66143e9f-455f-45e0-bc69-773ca8eb5
The Day A Frisby Met Oprah
Check out this great memory that has nothing to do with my academic career
Smith Family Feud Auditions
We made this video while we were on our "Smith Sibling Family Vacation." Cyndi edited the video and used creative juices to write the description and put our faces on the Family Feud set.
Frisby Resume, Teaching, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusivi
If you are interested in my teaching and thoughts about DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity) these documents will give you a glimpse into how I approach these very important concepts. I have also uploaded my most recent resume for you to review and learn more about me and what I have done over my life span (thus far).
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My name is Dr. Cynthia Frisby and on this site you will find information about me, my research, my passion for DEI and teaching. You will also see my "fun side" and see a clip of when this Frisby was on the Oprah show!