Communications Faculty

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Jonathan (JZ) Long, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Communications
Contact via email
(717) 262-4840

JZ Long, Ph.D., associate professor of communications, holds interdisciplinary degrees in political and cultural economy, popular culture, and a Ph.D. in cultural studies from George Mason University. While teaching at George Mason, he was honored with the Lambda Pi Eta Adjunct Professor of the Year award.

With over fifteen years of collegiate teaching experience, Long offers courses in interpersonal, group, and mass communications, media theory, and free speech and ethics. His research specializations include digital media and design, global media law and cultural policymaking, and the effects of media and information technologies on popular consciousness. His recent publications include analyses of the Hummer automobile, comic books, and popular cinema, while his current work explores topics related to the First Amendment, the Federal Communications Commission, and cyber power and governance.

In addition to his academic roles, Long has worked in both academic and government libraries and holds certifications in reference and technical services, special collections and archives, and information technology and security. He also serves as a media analyst for an international marketing firm.  

His interests include crossword puzzles, Eastern philosophy, and the art of highlighting.