In Fall 2025, the Communication Studies Department welcomed Assistant Professor Mark Glantz. Professor Glantz returns to Upstate New York after spending his recent years teaching in the Midwest in Wisconsin, Missouri, and elsewhere. Glantz specializes in crisis communication and public relations image repair. He earned a BA in Communication at SUNY Oneonta, an MA in Communication at SUNY Brockport, and his Ph.D. at University of Missouri-Columbia.

As an assistant professor, Glantz is teaching two courses this fall semester, Communicating Corporate Social Responsibility and Nonprofit Leadership and Communication. His teaching style includes creating a safe and laid-back atmosphere where student can understand and build an appreciation for the study of communication.

“I believe that students learn more when students are enjoying themselves and when they have fondness and respect for the instructor . . . I do think people learn more from people that they like. I try to create a laid-back atmosphere that can be fun and has a chance to build community in an organic way.” Glantz hopes that this helps students feel eager and willing to contribute to good discussions and learn the material and about each other.

Glantz brings an interdisciplinary lens to the study of communication and political science. His thesis and dissertation were a rhetorical analysis of political strategy that were compelling for its time period. From exploring the rhetorical impact of President Obama’s 2011 White House Correspondents’ Dinner speech had on President Donald Trump, catalyzing his decision to run for president, to analyzing electoral campaigns in 2009 that had been accused of “flip-flopping”, a tactic considered aggressive for its time period. Professor Glantz remains passionate about political communication and looks forward to offering this study as a course in upcoming semesters, bridging theory and practice into the classroom.

At his previous institution, St. Norbert College, Professor Glantz was an active and engaged member of the campus community. He has carried that spirit of involvement to SUNY New Paltz, where he serves on faculty committees. He serves on the Programming Committee, where he helps organize departmental events including social gatherings, alumni panels, and networking opportunities for students. He also sits on the Liberal Arts and Sciences Committee, contributing to academic initiatives across the college. As a graduate professor, Glantz serves as a representative for Graduate Student Open House for the Communication Department.

Professor Glantz is enjoying his time here in the Hudson Valley. Residing in Highland, Glantz is planning on settling down in Ulster County with his wife and family. After living in Wisconsin for the last 10 years, Glantz is grateful to be back on the East coast and has developed a growing appreciation for the area’s food and natural beauty. Glantz is also excited to be closer to family that are now only a couple hours away.

Since joining SUNY New Paltz, Glantz has quickly become a vital part of the campus community. His early and enthusiastic engagement reflects a deep commitment to both institutional service and student success. He looks forward to what lies ahead and is excited to continue growing alongside his students.