Biography
Jan Fernback earned her doctorate from the University of Colorado, and her MA from Temple University. She consults on various web-related projects and has published studies and commentary on cybercommunities and new technology. Her current work examines the impact of information and communication technologies in urban revitalization efforts, the institutional uses of ICTs, issues of privacy and surveillance online and in mobile technologies, and the meaning of virtual communities in contemporary culture.
Research Interests
- Examines Issues of Privacy
- Security
- and Surveillance Online and in Mobile Technologies The Impact of Information/Communication Technologies on Urban Revitalization Efforts Institutional Uses of ICTs The Meaning of Virtual Community in Contemporary Culture
Education
Degree | Field | School |
|---|---|---|
PhD | Media Studies, Communication | University of Colorado |
MA | Media and Communication | Temple University |
Courses Taught
Number | Name | Level |
|---|---|---|
MSP 4252 | Law and Ethics of Digital Media | Undergraduate |
MSP 5011 | Introduction to Communication Concepts | Graduate |
MSP 8252 | Law and Ethics of Digital Media | Graduate |
MSP 9983 | Directed Readings in Communication | Graduate |
Awards
Title | Type of Award | Date |
|---|---|---|
Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching | University | 2011 |
SCT Junior Faculty Award for Distinguished Teaching | College | 2004 |