Dr. Randy Hollingsworth
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Dr. Randy Hollingsworth
Chair Humanities Department, Professor of Communication
rhollingsworth@tfc.edu Education
Education/Degrees:
- 1997- PhD- Florida State University
- 1985- MDiv/CE- The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
- 1982- BS- Florida State University
Honors/Awards:
- 2015- Teacher of the Year (Bryan College)
- 2001- Daniel E. Goodman Professor of the Year (Palm Beach Atlantic University)
Courses
- Introduction to Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Small Group Communication
- Organizational Communication
- Communication Theory
- Advanced Public Speaking
- Public Relations
- Nonverbal Communication
- Communication Research Methods
Publications & Research Interests
Research Interests:
- Speech Communication and Humor
- Interpersonal and Family Communication
- Miscommunication
Hobbies & Fun Facts
When I’m away from the classroom, I enjoy:
- Spending time with my wife, kids, and grandkids
- The great outdoors (boating, biking, hiking, etc.)
- Playing guitar and banjo
- Creating things my wife finds on Pinterest
People might be interested to know:
- I served as a youth minister for about ten years before becoming a college professor
Favorite Verse/Quote
1 Corinthians 1:27
“But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; he chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong.”
“Things turn out best for those who make the best of the way things turn out.” -Unknown
Why TFC
Creating community both in and out of the classroom.
