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I recently completed my Ph.D. in Speech
Communication, at the University of
Illinois, having earned a bachelors and masters degree from the University
in 1993 and 1995, respectively.
My dissertation, titled "Women Political Candidates and the Paradoxes of Rhetorical Style: The Effects of Gender and Status on the Rhetorical Style of Barbara Boxer's, Carol Moseley-Braun's, and Patty Murray's 1992 and 1998 Senate Campaigns," combines my areas of interest, Rhetorical Criticism and Public Address, Political Communication, and Women's Studies, in order to assess the effect of a candidate's status on her campaign discourse.
1999 has been a busy year. Come see pictures of my graduation, wedding, family, and new home.
If you have comments or suggestions, email me at ajpierce@netzero.net