Alex Hinck

New publication!

My amazing co-author and I provide a guide for instructors to create a more socially-just syllabus. This guide offers both implicit and explicit social justice language, readings, policies, assignments, and more!

For those attending NCA next week, please join us at the UC reception!

Oof. Didn’t realize how absent I’ve been in BlueSky. Seems fitting to announce that I’ve moved to University of Cincinnati’s School of Communication, Film and Media Studies!

spongebob squarepants is sitting in a chair in front of a window with his arms outstretched . ALT: spongebob squarepants is sitting in a chair in front of a window with his arms outstretched .

Getting sick before I had a kid: *cough* *cough* I think I’m getting the black lung

Getting sick with a kid:

Had the exact same thought this morning!

I’m conducting a similar “content analysis” of the Netflix holiday movies

Thanksgiving plan: turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, harvest salad, and chocolate pie.

Thanksgiving outcome: Indian takeout. 🤷🏻‍♀️ 100% happy with the outcome.

So excited to see our work published in #IJOC!

How the largest gathering of US police chiefs is talking about AI Officers training in virtual reality, cities surveilled by webs of sensors, and AI-generated police reports are all a sign of what’s to come.

The way US police are adopting AI is “inherently chaotic,” writes @jamesmodonnell.bsky.social. “Without federal regulation on how police departments can and cannot use AI, the lines will be drawn by departments and police-tech companies themselves.” www.technologyreview.com/2024/11/19/1...

Did you have a productive #NCA24 conference? Did it inspire ideas? Did you make some quality connections?? Foster these outcomes! Take the time to write down your ideas so you don’t lose these important thoughts! Email the folks who you made connections to open the door for future conversations!

Had a lovely time at #NCA24! It’s always so fun and rejuvenating to connect with old and new friends, and it’s inspiring listening to the amazing work that scholars are doing! Until next time, folks!

Hi #commsky friends -- if you're a member of HCTD at NCA, a reminder that we're seeking nominations for leadership and committees:

First thing I do when I arrive at a conference? I find the nearest grocery or convenience store and stock up on items for breakfast and snacks. It really helps cut costs on overpriced foods. What other tips or tricks do folks have while conferencing? #NCA24 #NCA2024

Hi! Loving the BlueSky over here! I’m Dr. Alex Hinck, an assistant prof at sfsu.

I’m a Michigander at heart, current Californian, lover of coffee, and new academic mom.

I’m eager to connect with you all!