Weixu Lu
Assistant Professor at Communication, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse0 Followers
Dr. Weixu Lu brings a thoughtful approach to understanding the ever-changing world of communication, particularly where technology and society meet. As an Assistant Professor in Communication Studies at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, he draws upon a strong foundation built during his time at Rutgers University, where he earned his Ph.D. in Communication. His background is further enriched by practical experience in web development, adding a unique dimension to his academic pursuits.
His research delves into the fascinating ways we use mobile media, smartphones, social media, and other digital tools in our daily lives and complex social settings. Dr. Lu is especially interested in exploring how people engage with smartphones in urban environments and the effectiveness of learning online. His insights have been shared widely through publications in various academic journals, contributing valuable perspectives to the field and earning him recognition.
In the classroom, Dr. Lu is dedicated to helping students navigate and understand the significant role media plays in our world. He teaches courses like Media & Society, Theories of Communication, and Interactive and Experiential Media, creating an environment where students are encouraged to think critically about the media they encounter. His teaching philosophy emphasizes connecting theoretical ideas with real-world applications, preparing students for the media landscape.
Before joining the community at UW-La Crosse, Dr. Lu honed his skills and developed his research focus while teaching at Rutgers University. This experience was instrumental in shaping his academic path. His complementary background in web development allows him to seamlessly integrate technical understanding with communication theories, offering a comprehensive perspective.
Ultimately, Dr. Lu is driven by a commitment to advancing the field of communication through both his scholarly work and his teaching. He continues to explore the rapidly evolving digital landscape, aiming to provide deeper insights into how these technologies influence, and are influenced by, our interactions as a society.
External Link www.uwlax.edu/ His research delves into the fascinating ways we use mobile media, smartphones, social media, and other digital tools in our daily lives and complex social settings. Dr. Lu is especially interested in exploring how people engage with smartphones in urban environments and the effectiveness of learning online. His insights have been shared widely through publications in various academic journals, contributing valuable perspectives to the field and earning him recognition.
In the classroom, Dr. Lu is dedicated to helping students navigate and understand the significant role media plays in our world. He teaches courses like Media & Society, Theories of Communication, and Interactive and Experiential Media, creating an environment where students are encouraged to think critically about the media they encounter. His teaching philosophy emphasizes connecting theoretical ideas with real-world applications, preparing students for the media landscape.
Before joining the community at UW-La Crosse, Dr. Lu honed his skills and developed his research focus while teaching at Rutgers University. This experience was instrumental in shaping his academic path. His complementary background in web development allows him to seamlessly integrate technical understanding with communication theories, offering a comprehensive perspective.
Ultimately, Dr. Lu is driven by a commitment to advancing the field of communication through both his scholarly work and his teaching. He continues to explore the rapidly evolving digital landscape, aiming to provide deeper insights into how these technologies influence, and are influenced by, our interactions as a society.
Publications
3 - Streets as experienced through the body, mind, and screen: The smartphone and the pedestrian's engagement with an urban public space,Mobile Media & Communication
Weixu Lu ,
, 71-94, 2023-09-06
6 - Training the stochastic parrot: Using generative AI to create textual materials for communication courses,Communication Teacher
Weixu Lu ,
, 315-322, 2024-08-10
7 - Socrates on Slack: Text-based, persistent-chat platforms as an alternative to “Zoom classes” in synchronous online learning,Communication Teacher
Weixu Lu ,
, 141-150, 2022-09-14
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