Dr. Adrienne Darrah

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Biography

Adrienne Darrah is a Ph.D. candidate studying mass communications at the Pennsylvania State University, specifically within the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications. She has a BA in Art History, an MBA, and a Master in Public Administration from the same institution, with her Ph.D. expected in 2023. Adrienne teaches several courses including CAS 100 (Effective Speech), PSU 006 (First Year Seminar) through the Smeal College of Business, and various classes in communication such as COMM 420 (Research Methods Ad/PR) and COMM 310 (Digital Media Metrics) through the Bellisario College of Communications' World Campus. Her research interests focus on the role of mass communications in fundraising and donor engagement within nonprofit organizations, as well as examining women's roles in these fundraising organizations. In addition to her academic pursuits, she has a keen interest in the cultural impact of television programming, particularly the influence of television commercials on society.

Research Interests

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.