Tara Suwinyattichaiporn, CSUF associate professor of human communication studies
News — Inspired to help people find answers to their complex love-related questions, , a Cal State Fullerton associate professor of human communication studies, has dedicated her academic career to researching such topics as empathetic communication, romance, friendships, jealousy and long-distance relationships.
Now, she’s taking her expertise to the airwaves as the co-host of KROQ’s reboot of the popular radio show “Loveline,” which encourages listeners to call in and get answers to their dating and relationship questions.
Suwinyattichaiporn said she jumped at the chance to join KROQ evening host Kevan Kenney and provide research-based advice to listeners across Southern California.
“The show gives me the opportunity to use my research as the foundation for helping others. We talk about everything from dating etiquette to gender identity and sexual communication,” said Suwinyattichaiporn.
Last year, Suwinyattichaiporn landed a role as a celebrity dating coach on season 13 of the British reality show, “Celebs Go Dating,” where she prepared celebrities to lead successful and healthy relationships.
Suwinyattichaiporn has been featured in such publications as Cosmopolitan, Insider and Men’s Health Magazine. She also pens a monthly column in Women’s Health Magazine to address readers’ concerns with dating, self-esteem, intimacy and more.
“I feel really lucky that I’m able to take my research and use it to make a difference in people’s lives,” said Suwinyattichaiporn. “I bring these experiences back to my students, who are curious about how they can expand research beyond academia.”
Suwinyattichaiporn can be reached for an interview at 909-248-8282. Please send Suwinyattichaiporn a text first before calling.
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