Megan Wood, Ph.D., is a professor of communication and media studies at Ohio Northern University, where her research and teaching focus on communicating across political and cultural divides. As an advocate of transdisciplinary, collaborative, and issue-oriented inquiry, Megan has authored, co-authored, and presented dozens of articles, book chapters, reports, and training materials on the role of culture and identity in shaping interactions and transforming institutions. Her current book-length project argues for the value thinking about transformations in political economy and domains of civic practice through the lens of popular culture. As a consultant, Megan specializes in values-based storytelling, effective visual messaging, and political and cultural communication.