Nonverbal Communication: An Applied Approach

About Jonathan Michael Bowman

Jonathan M. Bowman PhD professor of communication teaches courses in human communication processes and the methods through which we obtain that knowledge about communication. Bowmans research focuses on communication processes associated with intimacy and close relationships with publications addressing nonverbal messaging male friendships technology in close relationships and small-group communication. He has authored coauthored or edited five books and multiple editions and contributed his knowledge to a variety of media affiliates such as Good Morning America USA Today and National Public Radio. He was the recipient of the National Communication Association Ecroyd Award for Outstanding Teaching in Higher Education the highest teaching honor in the discipline internationally as well as the national Western States Communication Association Distinguished Teaching Award. Bowman has also received a Keck Faculty Fellowship for his focus on undergraduate research an Innovations in Experiential Education Award for his commitment to high-impact practices as well as multiple awards for excellence in teaching and advising. He serves as a mentor to undergraduates in multiple capacities particularly those students involved in student government Greek life academic honors and campus faith-based organizations. Dr. Bowman also works closely with undergraduate researchers as the director of the University of San Diego honors program.