Dr. Lee Humphreys

Professor

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Biography

Lee Humphreys is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Communication at Cornell University. With a Doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania, he specializes in the area of communication, particularly focusing on the intersection of media and everyday life. His research interests encompass qualitative research methods, surveillance, mobile communication, and sensor-mediated communication. He is also known for his publications that address topics such as ritual communication during the pandemic, and the role of media in relation to social connectedness and isolation. Humphreys has received numerous awards including the Fellow designation from the International Communication Association and the Rising Star Faculty Award from CALS Alumni Association in 2018. He teaches courses on leadership and qualitative research methods in communication, contributing significantly to the field through both his teaching and research endeavors.

Research Interests

Awards

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Fellow

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Rising Star Faculty Award

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SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Teaching

Courses

Leadership Peer Mentorship Qualitative Research Methods Media Communication

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture