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About Michael C. Coker

Starting at Boise State University in 2022, Dr. Michael C. Coker is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication.  He holds a Ph.D in Communication from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, an M.A. in Mass Communication from Texas State University, and a B.A. in Mass Communication with a concentration in Broadcast Journalism from Sam Houston State University. Dr. Coker’s research focuses on marginalized and disenfranchised identities in an organized and online settings, such as how individuals perform their identities in online groups and how emotions act as organizing features of virtual and physical spaces. Relatedly, Dr. Coker explores intersections between work and life, including how personal and professional identities, norms, and emotions spillover into alternate domains. 

Positions

2022 - Present Assistant Professor, Boise State University ‐ Department of Communication
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Present Faculty Member, Boise State University
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2020 - 2021 Management Training Consultant, Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity ReStore
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2018 Social Media Content Creator, South by Southwest
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2017 Digital Content Coordinator, Texas State University
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2017 Social Media Content Creator, South by Southwest
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Disciplines

Research Interests

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Professional Service and Affiliations

Present Member, National Communication Association
Member, Central States Communication Association
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Honors and Awards

  • 2021 - Top Panel, Central States Communication Association (CSCA)
  • 2021 - Top Overall Paper, Central States Communication Association (CSCA)

Education

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2022 Ph.D. - Communication, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
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2017 M.A. - Mass Communication, Texas State University - San Marcos
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2014 B.A. - Mass Communication, Sam Houston State University
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Links

ORCID

Articles (6)

Contributions to Books (3)

Includes book chapters and case studies

Presentations (6)