Dr. Ben Carrington

Biography

Ben Carrington is an Associate Professor in the Department of Journalism, the Department of Sociology, and the Department of American Studies and Ethnicity at the University of Southern California. His scholarly work focuses on the intersections of race, media, and cultural studies. Carrington's research interests include media representations of race and ethnicity, the impact of popular culture on societal perceptions of identity, and critical race theory. He has published extensively on issues related to race in media and has been involved in various projects that explore the implications of media studies on understanding racial dynamics in contemporary society. Carrington is committed to producing scholarship that not only contributes to academic discourse but also engages with public conversation about race and representation. He teaches courses that encourage students to critically analyze media content and its societal implications, preparing them to become responsible communicators and informed citizens.

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