We are proud of our staff in the media, journalism and film department. They are leaders in their chosen fields, and they have connections with working professionals who can help you find a job. Above all, our faculty and staff are committed to helping you succeed in your academic endeavors.
Faculty and Staff
MEDIA, JOURNALISM AND FILM; Research and professional interests: Business journalism, local/family-owned newspaper journalism
Richard H. Amberg III
Assistant Professor
Coordinator, Undergraduate and Graduate Screenwriting Programs
Research and professional interests: Femininity and the semiotics of the pre-lingual stage of human development in mainstream movies
Research and professional interests: Media theory; media, journalism and film history
Research and professional interests: Science fiction writing, including books, film, television, theatre and comics; speaking at conferences; helping students network with other writers, agents, publishers, etc.; writing, producing and directing film
Research and professional interests: Student media
Provides extensive technical support for all areas and programs of the media, journalism and film department and assistance in the art and design department.
Research and professional interests: Documentary film production; production, 'Ozarks News Journal'
Research and professional interests: Three-camera and single camera sitcom writing and development; studio-based comedy and romantic comedy features; current trends in American independent film
