Juan Mundel

Juan Mundel is an associate professor of strategic communication and executive director of Global Initiatives at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. He teaches undergraduate and graduate strategic communication and digital audiences courses.

With a strong background in international program development, grant management, and stakeholder relations, Juan has overseen the implementation of numerous study abroad programs, grants, and international reporting projects for the Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. In addition, he is the principal investigator for the Hubert H. Humphrey grant in journalism and mass communication at ASU. His leadership has also resulted in successful international collaborations and initiatives with the U.S. State Department and Equis Institute. 

Juan earned his Ph.D. in Media and Information Studies from Michigan State University. He also holds an M.S. in Journalism and an M.A. in World Languages, Literature, and Linguistics, both from West Virginia University.

His interdisciplinary research focuses on consumer behavior and media effects. Juan has published extensively in academic journals, including Retailing and Consumer Services, J. Interactive Advertising, and J. Marketing Communications. He has also contributed to several edited books, such as The Emerald Handbook for Computer-Mediated Communication and Social Media.  

He serves as the editor of the Journal of Advertising Education and has been an invited reviewer for several academic journals. In addition, Juan received the 2021 Early Career Excellence in Teaching Award from AEJMC and was named “35 Under 35” Young Leaders Making an Impact in Chicago.