Irving Jacob Rein is a Professor of Communication Studies at Northwestern University, and has had a career full teaching experiences, publishing writings and consulting positions. Over the last four decades, Rein has researched, taught, and published in the areas of popular culture, crisis management, communication in sports and place marketing. As a member of the Northwestern community he has inspired many students’ love of popular culture.
Before beginning his successful career, Rein received a B.A. and a B.S. from the University of Minnesota, a M.A. from Arizona State University and a Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh.
Rein currently resides in Winnetka, Illinois, and enjoys spending time with his two children and two grandchildren.