Rana Aladdine

Instructor of Multimedia Journalism

Rana Aladdine is an instructor in the Department of Communication, Mobility, and Identity, specializing in multimedia journalism, digital media, and communication. She holds a PhD in Information and Communication from Saint Joseph University in Beirut as well as Master’s in Media in Journalism and Communication and a Bachelor’s in Media, Theory, and Production from Western University in Canada.

Aladdine has experience in both academia and the media industry. She has taught courses related to multimedia journalism, data journalism, broadcast journalism, news writing and reporting, journalism safety, media studies, and media ethics. She has also supervised students’ capstone projects and contributed to curriculum development and academic initiatives.

Prior to and alongside her academic career, Aladdine worked a radio broadcaster, print journalist, and television reporter for news organizations in Canada and Lebanon. She has also contributed to professional training and community initiatives, including journalism safety workshops, media forums, and multimedia projects.

Research Interests

Aladdine’s research focuses on digital media, journalism practices, media representation, pedagogy, and media industry trends. Her work examines emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and the evolving role of journalism education in adapting to the changing digital media landscape.

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Academic Degrees

PhD, Information and Communication, Saint Joseph University, Lebanon
MA, Journalism and Communication, Western University, Canada
BA, Media, Theory and Production, Western University, Canada