Mike Wirth
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CCI Dean Mike Wirth to Return to Teaching
Mike Wirth, dean of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Communication and Information for the past 14 years, has announced his decision to step down and return to teaching at the end of the current academic year. Wirth is an internationally known expert in the field of cable telecommunication and broadcast economics, and his…
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Foster Named New ADPR Director
Professor Elizabeth Avery Foster became Director of the School of Advertising and Public Relations on August 1. She takes over from Professor Sally McMillan, who returned to the faculty after serving as interim director since June 2019. “Beth Foster is an internationally known scholar, an outstanding teacher and an excellent servant leader,” said Wirth. “Her…
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Statement from CCI Dean Mike Wirth
Dear CCI Faculty, Staff, Students, Alumni and Friends, I’m writing to add my voice to those expressing anger and concern at the most recent murder of an unarmed black man – George Floyd – in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Unfortunately, Mr. Floyd’s murder is simply the latest injustice that has resulted in black men and women being much…