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Education:

  1. Ph.D., University of Oregon, 1982
  2. MFA., University of Alaska, Anchorage, 1976
  3. BA, University of Alaska, Anchorage, 1974

Biography:

Background

Bivins is author or co-author of textbooks on mass media ethics, public relations writing, newsletter publication, advertising and desktop publishing. His professional background includes radio, television, editorial cartooning and public relations.

Research

Bivins’ primary research focuses on mass media ethics, with emphasis on public relations ethics. He is currently working on a book on persuasion and ethics.


"I often refer to the college experience by quoting Ezekiel: ’Many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased.’ While it certainly may be hectic, teaching is the most rewarding and delightful of all occupations."