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Rick Incorvati is a Professor and Undergraduate Academic Advisor in the School of Communication at Northwestern University. With a commitment to student success, he actively assists in the development of the School of Communication curriculum and participates in the Summer Academic Workshop, aimed at bridging support for students from underrepresented communities. His research interests include rhetorical responses to polarization and misinformation during moments of crisis. Rick specializes in areas such as Communication Skills, Misinformation, Fake News, and Social Activism. He emphasizes one-on-one mentorship, helping students identify their personal and professional ambitions while creating actionable plans to achieve these goals. His experience includes guiding students through the complexities of double majors, internships, and study abroad opportunities, ensuring that they are well-prepared to leverage the resources available at Northwestern. As an educator, he has a longstanding dedication to writing development and is particularly interested in various forms of composition that can promote public awareness and foster conditions for social change. Additionally, Rick is the founder of an LGBTQ+ advocacy nonprofit and has published essays on the representation of queer men and women in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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