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Race, Gender  & Media

 

 

 

Moody-Ramirez's recent research focuses on the effects of the James Byrd Jr. dragging death on Jasper, Facebook hate groups, stereotypes of President Barack and Michelle Obama, male and female rappers' differing views on the "independent woman," and coverage of missing women. Her articles have been published in numerous national and international publications, such as Journalism of Mass Communication Quarterly, Howard Journal of Communication, Public Relations Review, and AEJMC Journal of Magazine & New Media Research. 

 

Memes & Pop Culture 

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​Popular culture is an essential source of ideas that can shape people’s perceptions of themselves and others. To remain relevant, scholars must test theories in different circumstances. Furthermore, to take advantage of shifts in media, media scholars must teach students how to read and critically dissect newspapers, TV, radio, the Internet, and other new media. In the process, they may become engaged democratic citizens.

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Stereotypes and Media Framing

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Moody-Ramirez's research interests are relevant to the vital issue of journalism's evolution and contributions to a democratic society. The Internet makes information more easily accessible to more people and gathers information from a wider array of sources than any other instrument of information and communication in history. Consequently, media dynamics have changed considerably.