About
As a professor, Dr. Wilson Lowrey examines the sociology of media institutions, organizations and professional work. His research explores how media systems evolve, focusing on the emergence of new media forms and the institutional routines, norms and conventions that shape media production across local, global and cross-cultural contexts.
Dr. Lowrey is co-editor of “Changing the News: The Forces Shaping Journalism in Uncertain Times” and co-author of “Media Management: A Case Study Approach”. His research has been published in leading academic journals, including Journalism, Journalism & Mass Communication Quarterly, Journalism Studies, Communication Theory, Political Communication, and International Communication Gazette, contributing to scholarly understanding of journalism during periods of technological and social change.
Impact Beyond the University
Through his research, Dr. Lowrey provides insight into how news organizations adapt to economic pressures, technological innovation, and shifting audience expectations. His work informs conversations about newsroom practices, media sustainability, and the relationship between journalism, communities, and democratic life.
Before entering academia, Dr. Lowrey worked as a copy desk manager, designer and illustrator for The Atlanta Constitution and the Athens Banner-Herald, bringing professional newsroom experience into both his scholarship and teaching.
A Passion for Developing Critical Media Thinkers
Dr. Lowrey teaches courses in mass communication theory, media sociology, global media and media writing and grammar. In the classroom, he emphasizes critical analysis, clarity of writing and a deep understanding of how media institutions operate within broader social systems.
By combining theoretical grounding with practical insight, Dr. Lowrey helps students develop the analytical and professional skills needed to navigate and shape the future of journalism and media work.