Scott Reinardy is an Assistant Professor of Journalism at the University of Kansas. His research interests include news reporting and writing, sports journalism, and newspaper management. He has more than 14 years experience as a professional journalist, working as a sports writer, editor and columnist on numerous local and regional newspapers.
Wayne Wanta is a Professor in the School of Journalism at the University of Missouri - Columbia and was the 2006-2007 President of AEJMC. He has been an active researcher in political communication and media effects, particularly in the area of the agenda-setting function of the news media - how news coverage of issues influences the public's perceptions of those issues. Wanta has also conducted research in visual communication, sports journalism, Internet use and effects, and negative political advertising. Before entering the academic field, Wanta worked for eight years in newspapers,and has experience as a copy editor, page designer, and feature writer.