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Karen Bonnell, Ph.D.

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Karen H. Bonnell is a professor of Communication. She received the Ph.D. in communication from the University of Kentucky and the M.A. in communication from Western Kentucky University. Her bachelor's degree is in management from USI. She also holds an associate degree in communications technology from the University of Kentucky Henderson Community College. Dr. Bonnell joined the faculty in 1990 after several years of professional experience with network affiliate television stations. Dr. Bonnell's work as a videojournalist has been recognized by national and state news associations. Her research interests include public perceptions of media violence and mentoring in broadcast journalism.

Email: kbonnell@usi.edu