Professor Du is an Assistant Professor of Commerce at the McIntire School of Commerce, specializing in strategic, organizational, and intercultural communication. He holds a Ph.D. in Strategic Communication from George Mason University and an M.A. in Interpersonal and Organizational Communication from Liberty University. With over 10 years of college teaching experience, Professor Du adopts an interdisciplinary approach to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment, emphasizing ethical and effective communication tailored to audience, purpose, and context.

Prior to joining McIntire, Professor Du taught at Baylor University and Fort Hays State University, where he developed and taught various business and organizational communication courses. His research focuses on promoting inclusive organizational identity and intercultural competence, with publications in various academic journals and presentations at national conferences. Professor Du is dedicated to preparing students to excel in a globalized world through innovative teaching methods and practical, real-world applications.