James S. Ettema

James S. Ettema is an American academic. He is Professor Emeritus of Communication Studies at Northwestern University, and the author of several books.

Career
Before starting his doctorate, Ettema worked as a photographer and filmmaker. He is a co-founder of Northwestern University's Media, Technology and Society graduate program, served for six years as chair of Communication Studies and for ten years as the faculty coordinator of professional graduate programs in the department.