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Adam W. Tyma, Ph.D.

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Adam W. Tyma, Ph.D.

Professor, Critical Media Studies

School of Communication

College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media

atyma@UNOmaha.edu 402.554.4877

Adam W. Tyma, Ph.D. is an expert in media studies, specializing in media literacy, popular culture, and media culture.

Biography

Tyma’s expertise includes analyzing the impact of media on public perception and cultural narratives. He has provided valuable insights into online life and effective teaching strategies for media education to local and national outlets.

He has been part of several book projects looking at media, popular culture, and communication theory.  He is also a member of the editorial boards for several academic journals and frequently contributes to discussions on media trends and literacy. 

In the News

‘The news is overwhelming right now. Here's how to break it down’ - FOX 42
‘UNO professors weigh in on the responsibility of a digital footprint’ - KETV
‘News Literacy Week: How confirmation bias impacts the news we seek’ - KMTV

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  • Media and Communication

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