Dr. Xuanjun Gong

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Xuanjun (Jason) Gong is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication and Journalism at Texas A&M University. His research interests encompass media selection, computational modeling, communication networks, and information diffusion. He has published extensively in various reputable outlets including the Journal of Communication, Human Communication Research, and Computational Communication Research. His teaching includes courses on Communication Data Applications and Digital Communication Analytics Metrics. Dr. Gong's work is characterized by a focus on the intersection of communication practices and technology, aiming to explore the dynamics of information spread across networks and the behavioral patterns of media consumption.

Research Interests

Communication & Media Science Media Behaviors Computational Social Science

Courses

COMM 303: Communication Data Applications COMM 304: Digital Communication Analytics Metrics

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.