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    • David G. Denault

    David G. Denault
    Principal
    David G. Denault
    Principal
    About The Professor

    About David G. Denault

    David G. Denault is the President of Roosevelt international university of Baptist (RIUOB). He is an Emmy Award winning broadcast journalist, 30-year space correspondent, teacher and media innovator who has a history of leadership in journalism, in public communications, and in the teaching of higher education.

    Mr. Denault has a Master Arts in communications at the University of Miami and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications/Broadcast Journalism and Education, a second degree program at the University of South Florida. He is also an Associate of Arts in communications/Marketing at palm beach community college.

    He is the Creator, Host and the Executive News Editor of About Space Today, an internationally syndicated space news podcast that is broadcast across over 40 countries and is considered one of the best space centered shows in the entire world. He has offered continuous reporting on U.S and international space exploration using this platform and made the global audiences understand the technical aspects of space science developments with authority and clarity.

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    His Expertise Includes
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    Covered major NASA missions including Apollo, Skylab, Apollo-Soyuz, and Space Shuttle programs from Kennedy Space Center.
    02
    Travelled with U.S. Presidents Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, and Ronald Reagan during major national and international events.
    03
    Served as a journalist and correspondent with leading media organizations including NPR, ABC News, and PBS.
    04
    Recipient of an Emmy Award from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for excellence in broadcasting and educational media.
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    Creator, Host, and Executive News Editor of About Space Today, reaching audiences in more than 40 countries worldwide.
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    Honored with the Ronald Reagan Gold Medal for Leadership, Golden Guard Society recognition, and Marquis Who’s Who distinction.
    Academic Journey

    Leadership & Impact

    Leading efforts in scholarship while shaping institutional growth. Advancing research through careful guidance alongside global education ties. Building capacity within academia by connecting systems and ideas across borders. Steering quality forward where learning meets structured progress.

    As President of Roosevelt international university of Baptist, he provides strategic leadership, oversees academic standards and global partnerships, and advances the university's mission of faith-based education, leadership development, and service to communities worldwide. :contentReference

    2025 – Present
    President, Roosevelt international university of Baptist
    Provides institutional leadership, academic oversight, global partnership development, research advancement, and strategic direction for Roosevelt international university of Baptist.
    University of Miami
    Master of Arts in Communications
    Completed advanced graduate studies in communications, public information systems, media leadership, and educational communication.
    University of South Florida
    Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Broadcast Journalism & Education
    Earned degrees in Communications, Broadcast Journalism, and Education, establishing a foundation for a distinguished career in media, teaching, and academic leadership.
    Roosevelt international university of Baptist Campus
    Roosevelt international university of BaptistPresident
    50+Years Exp.
    40+Countries Reached
    EmmyAward Winner
    • Broadcast journalism and media communications expertise.
    • Educational leadership and curriculum development.
    • Public relations and institutional communications.
    • Science, space, and educational media production.
    • Academic administration and global partnership development.
    Areas of Excellence

    Deep Expertise

    David brings extensive expertise in communications, journalism, education, media leadership, and academic administration to every lecture, leadership initiative, and institutional engagement.

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    Broadcast Journalism & Media Leadership
    Half a century spent shaping stories through journalism, radio waves carrying voices far and wide, films that unfold real lives, learning tools built for classrooms. A long stretch of time dedicated not just to telling events but framing them - each project adding depth, each broadcast reaching further than the last.
    02
    National Public Radio
    Leading the bureau while reporting on key government actions and significant national developments across the country. Though based remotely, coverage remained focused on high-impact political moments shaping public discourse nationwide.
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    ABC News and PBS
    Began by covering stories while shaping learning-focused content for broadcast across the country. Production duties unfolded alongside on-the-ground reporting, reaching viewers through informative segments. Coverage emerged from both fieldwork and structured development of feature material. National distribution followed consistent delivery of clear, fact-based narratives. Roles overlapped naturally - reporting fed into production, each informing the other.
    04
    Educational Leadership & Curriculum Development
    Starting with faculty feedback, new training modules took shape across communication fields. Through collaboration with media experts, coursework evolved to include modern broadcasting techniques. Built on real-world projects, each class offered hands-on experience in production workflows. Following student needs, learning paths shifted toward interactive formats. Guided by industry changes, updated materials appeared each semester. Shaped by classroom testing, methods improved steadily over time.
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    International Academic Leadership
    Fueled by worldwide collaborations, quality control in academics emerges alongside cross-border learning initiatives. Growth takes shape when institutions connect beyond their borders, guided by consistent benchmarks. With education reaching across nations, shared knowledge strengthens systems quietly yet steadily.
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    Science and Space Learning
    Leading the creation and editorial direction of About Space Today, delivering insights into science and space for learners across over 40 nations. While shaping content strategy, emphasis remains on clarity and reach. Through consistent guidance, the platform connects curious minds worldwide. Its growth reflects steady effort, not sudden leaps. Because understanding matters, communication stays grounded. With each update, purpose guides structure. Wherever audiences engage, material meets them clearly.
    Philosophy of Education

    Education is not merely the transfer of information but the cultivation of curiosity, critical thinking, leadership, and lifelong learning. True education empowers individuals to serve others, engage the world responsibly, and make meaningful contributions to their communities and professions.

    — David G. Denault · President, Roosevelt international university of Baptist

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