Danielle "Dannie" Annecston has extensive experience in the field of communication, international education, and emerging media research.
She began her career mentoring students’ study abroad in the United States from Japan, before advising students at US institutions through the pre-departure process of study abroad. While working on pre-departure advising, Annecston completed a master’s degree in emerging media studies where she found a passion for communication research. One study she worked on was even selected for the 2021 ICA conference in Paris.
Annecston’s primary research interest is influencer parasocial relationship development and political persuasion. She has designed initial study frameworks that focuses on modality of messaging and YouTuber fan communities.
Education
MA, Emerging Media Studies, from Boston University
BA, Public Relations Communication Marketing, from Simmons University
Courses
COMM 122 Media Writing Bootcamp
COMM 262 Media Convergence