Dr. Lindsay Hoffman joined the faculty of the Department of Communication at the University of Delaware in September, 2007 after receiving her Ph.D. from The Ohio State University. Her recent research examines the contextual effects of media on individuals’ perceptions of public opinion in different communities; the effects of viewing The Daily Show on learning and participation; political socialization; and the use of value appeals in health communication.
Dr. Hoffman's research is theoretically grounded in mass communication, political communication, and public opinion, focusing on contextual effects on attitudes and behavior. Her work emphasizes the social circumstances and psychological predispositions that influence individual media uses and effects. Her research also examines the components of mediated messages that encourage individuals to participate in -- or distance themselves from -- political activities such as voting, news viewing, or simply expressing opinion.
Dr. Hoffman teaches courses in mass communication, political communication, public opinion, newswriting, and research methods.
In her spare time, Dr. Hoffman enjoys spending time with her husband Mike, making jewelry, cooking, watching movies, taking photographs, traveling, and yoga.