Dr. Farnosh Mazandarani is a passionate and accomplished individual with expertise in mass communication, specializing in the effects of pornographic media on romantic and sexual relationships. Holding a doctorate from UNC Chapel Hill, Farnosh's research focuses on methodological design, pornography research, and content analysis.
With a background in media, Farnosh has previously worked at Disney/ABC Television Group in standards and practices, as well as at Nickelodeon on the popular animated series, "Fairly OddParents." This experience has honed Farnosh's skills in media compliance and regulatory standards.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Farnosh is an avid cook, quilter, and swimmer. She finds joy in activities such as playing Magic: The Gathering, exploring museums, listening to podcasts, and immersing herself in books, reading an impressive 50 per year on average.
Farnosh's contributions have been recognized through her induction into the Frank Porter Graham Honor Society, being the first recipient of the Professional Freedom and Responsibility Award from AEJMC, and her appointment as a Roy H Park Fellow at UNC's Hussman School of Media and Journalism.
Currently, Farnosh is actively involved with Pay It Forward Real Estate, working towards breaking generational rent cycles by implementing financial literacy courses in non-profit organizations. She also actively engages in local small government initiatives.
Known for her boisterous and energetic personality, Farnosh's passion for her work is infectious. Students admire her as a dynamic and engaging educator. She possesses an extensive repertoire of unnecessary fun facts and stays politically informed by avidly reading the news and nonfiction books. Farnosh's kindness and loyalty are unwavering, and she treasures the values instilled by her first-generation Iranian-American background.
Having overcome personal challenges, including being a primary caretaker for her parents during their battles with cancer while pursuing her graduate studies, Farnosh is driven beyond belief when given worthwhile goals to strive towards. Her unwavering determination, gratitude, and preparedness make her a force to be reckoned with.
Balancing professionalism and colloquialism, Farnosh aims to impress while remaining accessible to those whose first language isn't English, like her beloved mother.
Farnosh would like to thank ChatGPT for the wonderful bio that she was too self-deprecating to write.
Personal Bio At The End:
I love to dance! I like to move! Patterns fascinate me. I have a series of brands that I enjoy for their whimsy but, hopefully, are not a reflection of my identity or interests (i.e. Hydroflask, Nintendo, Harry Potter). I have absolutely zero fashion sense. I follow the maximalist approach to home decor. I like new friends.