EARNEST L. PERRY is an associate professor and chair of the journalism studies emphasis area at the Missouri School of Journalism. After earning his bachelor’s degree from Texas Christian University, he joined the staff of the Columbia Missourian as a city editor. While working full time at the Missourian, Perry earned master’s and doctorate degrees from the School. He has published articles on history and management in several journals including American Journalism, Journalism History and Journalism & Mass Communication Quarterly.

Perry’s research interests focus on African-American press history and media management. He received a second-place award from the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication in 2002 for his paper on the African-American press’ negotiation for a White House correspondent.

Perry is a member of the AEJMC Research Council and has served in several leadership capacities for the American Journalism Historians Association.

Perry worked as a reporter for newspapers in Illinois, Connecticut and Texas before joining the School. He has also served as a consultant to news outlets in Texas and Missouri on issues such as newsroom management, reporting in ethnic minority communities, news writing and editing.

Selected Publications

Journal Articles

• M. E. Len-Ríos and E. L. Perry. “Assessing Cross-Cultural Learning and the Effects of Personality and Negative Attitudes on Journalism Students’ Knowledge.” Journalism & Mass Communication Educator, 64(3) 09, pgs. 273-286.

Refereed Paper Presentations

• M. E. Len-Ríos and E. L. Perry. “Assessing Cross-Cultural Learning and the Effects of Personality and Negative Attitudes on Journalism Students’ Knowledge.” Journalism & Mass Communication Educator, 64(3) 09, pgs. 273-286.