Dr. Myiah Hutchens, Associate Professor of Public Relations at the University of Florida, is a political communication scholar whose research generally centers on how communication functions in democratic processes – that is, to help or hinder political processes. Her research generally focuses on what leads people to seek out diverse perspectives – particularly views they disagree with – and how individuals then process that disagreement.

Hutchens’ work can be found in several high-impact journals, and has been cited over 1500 times. She currently serves on the editorial board for the Journal of Communication, Communication Research, and Communication Methods and Measures.

Prior to joining the University of Florida, she was a faculty member at Washington State University, University of Arizona, and Texas Tech University.