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Demi T. Washington
Demi T. Washington

English & CommunicationEnglish and Communication Instructor229-344-3768

Demi T. Washington

Dr. Demi Washington teaches four courses each semester from a pool of courses in both the journalism and broadcasting concentrations.

Background

Dr. Washington came to SC State in 2020, having started as an adjunct Instructor in the Department of English and Communication. He is now a full-time Instructor. Dr. Washington has worked as Assistant Professor and Chair at Lane College and Instructor at Albany State University.
 

Research Interests

Dr. Washington's interest includes investigative journalism and reporting on the actions of those in power, exposing corruption and wrongdoing; democracy and the use of interpersonal communication as a tool to empower marginalized individuals or groups and the role of interpersonal communication in facilitating dialogue, sharing knowledge and promoting participation.  

Some of Dr. Washington's research projects focus on designing an interactive user-centered interpersonal communication system thatfacilitates two-way communication and interaction, that identifies the needs, preferences and limitations of users. Future research interests include human stories of immigrants (complexities of immigration law and the impact of immigration on society) and for engagement in constant public discourse to maintain a healthy democracy. 

Education

  • Ph.D., University of North Dakota 
  • M.S., Northwestern University 
  • B.S., Jackson State University 

Courses Taught

  • Copy Editing
  • Mass Media and Society 
  • History and Philosophy of Communication 
  • Research Methods for Communication
  • News Writing and Reporting