Dr. Kashian holds a PhD in Communication from Michigan State University. Her research focuses on the use of mediated communication in interpersonal relationships in relational and health contexts. She has published many peer-reviewed articles in well-respected national and international journals, such as New Media & Society, Health Communication, and Computers in Human Behavior.

Dr. Kashian has taught a variety of courses across modalities (in person, certified hybrid, remote, and fully online). She enjoys teaching classes about the impact of social media on communication, communication theory, and research methods in communication, among others. She has also supervised students, providing opportunities for involvement in research projects.

For a list of Dr. Kashian’s scholarly works, please see her FIU Discovery profile