Dr. Michelle Chen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Michelle Chen holds a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota and serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication, Popular Culture and Film at Brock University. Her research is driven by curiosity about how new media and digital communication technologies challenge and transform relationships, power dynamics, and interactions within communities and society. Current research interests include the impact of technology on mental health, social movements, advocacy, and the influence of Generative AI on society. Chen employs both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including thematic analysis, quantitative content analysis, interviews, and surveys, to investigate the intersections of technology and communication. She teaches courses related to business communication, introduction to communication and media studies, information society, and new media literacy, and is interested in supervising projects concerning influencers, digital communication technologies, and digitally-enabled social movements.

Research Interests

Requirements for Brock University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.