With a natural curiosity about how the world works behind the scenes, Northwestern Professor Claudio E. Benzecry found his calling in researching global supply chains to learn about the people, culture, and expertise that make them tick. As a well-known sociologist, he explores the complex social dynamics at play in industries and cultural institutions.
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Growing up in the 1980s and 1990s as a child of immigrants, Professor Aymar Jean (AJ) Christian learned about American culture by watching television. He was a preteen when cable became a dominant force in the industry, and he saw how the transformation of broadcast television reshaped entertainment.
Professor of Instruction Rick Morris remembers the rise of cable television, the transition from analog to digital signals, and the first high-definition (HD) TVs, which sold for thousands of dollars. Working for brands like NBC, Telemundo Chicago, and Disney ABC, he helped automate media plants, supervise productions, manage millions of dollars in technology development, and