Dr. Erica Ciszek

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Erica Ciszek is an Associate Professor at the Stan Richards School of Advertising and Public Relations within the Moody College of Communication at the University of Texas at Austin. Her research focuses on strategic communication, engaging in both theoretical and empirical work that addresses advocacy, mobilization, and public relations. Ciszek's academic career began in advertising and public relations, where she developed professional experience working with both nonprofits and Fortune 500 companies. This background has shaped her understanding of demographic depth and the importance of including multiple perspectives in research practices. Her expertise includes qualitative research and mixed methods, and she is particularly interested in engaging hard-to-reach populations and historically marginalized communities in her research. Throughout her career, Ciszek has published in prominent journals such as the Journal of Health Communication and the International Journal of Strategic Communication, contributing significantly to the fields of public interest communication and health communication.

Research Interests

Courses

Law Ethics Advertising Public Relations Public Relations Techniques Strategies Public Relations

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.