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Miki Turner

Expert in Diversity and Controversial Topics in the Entertainment Industry and Television
  • Lecturer; Diversity Committee
  • Associate Professor of Professional Practice
  • USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism
Office: (213) 910-8047
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Expertise

  • Diversity in the Entertainment Industry
  • Appeared on CNN four times this year discussing #oscarssowhite
  • Sports
  • Periodically write columns on athletes, issues in sports, women's sports issues
  • Last published in ESPN's The Undefeated 10/16
  • Pop Culture
  • Often called upon to discuss hot topics in pop culture
  • Most recently commented on the nominees for the Rock Hall of Fame
  • Photography
  • Curator and exhibitioner. Able to provide insight on exhibitions
  • Television
  • Member of the TV Critics Assoc. Often called upon to critique the new fall season or shows exploring controversial topics.

Additional Information

  • Frequent contributor to CNN, Eurweb.com, TV One
  • Writes Op-Ed pieces for various publications
  • Organizes events for the Annenberg School. Have hosted world-class photographers and most recently, the women of the Oprah Winfrey Network
  • Board of Councilors
  • USC University Club
  • Honorary Degrees Committee