PANELISTS
Arien Rozelle, APR, is an assistant teaching professor in the public relations department at Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. Her research, writing, and professional presentations bridge theory with practice, exploring the intersections of public relations and social movements, diversity, equity, and inclusion, activist pedagogy, professional ethics, and social media. Rozelle’s scholarship has been featured in the Journal of Public Relations Education and the Seneca Falls Dialogues Journal. Her chapter “Building Momentum: Creating Change” was published in the book Strategic Social Media as Activism (Routledge, 2023). She is currently working on a Newhouse grant-funded project called “Communicate, Agitate, Motivate” which explores the role of public relations in the fight for women’s rights. In 2024, the Public Relations Society of America Rochester Chapter named her Educator of the Year.
Regina Luttrell, Ph.D., is the Senior Associate Dean at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. An author, scholar, and administrative leader, she is known for her expertise in social media, public relations, AI, mis/disinformation, feminism, diversity, and digital innovation. As an award-winning author, Luttrell has written influential books such asWonder Woman: Warrior, Disrupter, Feminist Icon andSocial Media: How to Engage, Share, and Connect, establishing her as a leading voice in modern communication. Her insights have been featured in top media outlets, reaching a broad audience with her forward-thinking ideas. A dynamic speaker, Luttrell engages audiences on topics ranging from social media trends to workplace empowerment. Her bookStrategic Social Media as Activism highlights how digital platforms drive social justice and amplify marginalized voices. With a strong background in corporate PR and marketing, she connects technology and communication, helping others leverage digital tools for meaningful change.
