Joseph Blaney

Joseph Blaney is a seasoned academic in the field of communication, currently serving as a Professor of Communication and Interim Associate Dean at Milner Library at Illinois State University since August 2000. Blaney's career path includes notable roles such as Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences, Interim Director of the School of Social Work, and Interim Chair of the Department of Agriculture at the same institution. Prior experience includes positions as an Assistant Professor at Northwest Missouri State University and an Instructor at the University of Missouri-Columbia, along with a decade-long career in broadcasting before transitioning to higher education. Educational qualifications encompass a Ph.D. in Communication from the University of Missouri-Columbia, an M.A. in Communication and Media Studies from Saint Louis University, and a B.A. in Communication and Media Studies from Loyola University Chicago.