Dr. Dale Rice

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dale Rice is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication and Journalism at Texas A&M University. He holds a graduate degree from Syracuse University and has spent 35 years in journalism, serving in various roles such as an education writer, city hall reporter, state capital bureau chief, business editor, lifestyle editor, and restaurant critic. In addition to his extensive journalism career, Dale teaches courses focused on basic reporting, arts and entertainment journalism, political reporting, and a senior seminar on the Journalism Profession. He is actively involved in university governance, serving on the Faculty Senate and as co-chair of the university’s Core Curriculum Council as well as on the Undergraduate Studies Committee for his department. His research interests primarily lie in Journalism and Media Practices, where he explores the evolving dynamics of the media landscape and its implications for society.

Research Interests

Courses

Basic Reporting Arts and Entertainment Journalism Political Reporting Senior Seminar on Journalism Profession

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.