Each year, the WVU Reed College of Media recognizes faculty members for their innovative research and exceptional teaching. The 2022-23 awards were presented to Julia Fraustino and Heather Cole.
Fraustino, an assistant professor in Advertising and Public Relations, was the recipient of the Faculty Research Award, which recognizes outstanding scholarly work or creative activity. She is the founder of the College’s Public Interest Communications Research Lab, where she leads several state- and federally-funded public health projects that use data-driven communications to enhance positive behavioral change. Her work has been recognized nationally and internationally, including by the U.S. Army, which honored her with the Civilian Commendation Medal in 2021 for her exceptional service to the state and nation in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
