Dr. Alexandrea Matthews

Dr. Alexandrea Matthews is an assistant professor in the Department of Communication, where she teaches courses related to public relations, social media strategy, and science communication. Her research examines strategic message design and its effects on attitudes and behavior, with a focus on science and the environment. She is particularly interested in investigating how persuasive communication techniques influence individuals’ support for, and engagement with, science and environmental initiatives and motivate political participation. Dr. Matthews previously worked in local government managing public programs, events, grants, public relations, and social media. She has also been volunteering her communications skills to support science initiatives for over 10 years.