Winston researched and developed the entire print curriculum for the department, which incorporates new media technologies and multimedia convergence. Also, she is the first in the department to develop and teach a course that is offered solely online. Her research interests include coverage of education related issues in the media, media convergence, new media technologies, multimedia curriculum and the status of education in the black belt states.

Dr. Winston has been featured in various print and broadcast media outlets including Fox 17/ WZTV, WKRN, The Tennessee Tribune, Nashville Business Journal, Nashville Lifestyle Magazine, the Network Journal, The Tennessee and many more. She has also authored several books. These include “Understanding the Speechmaking Process”, “Introducing the Speechmaking Process” and “Mass Media Revolution”. “Understanding the Speechmaking Process” is currently being used at the university for the Public Speaking course. “Mass Media Revolution” is one of the top selling Mass Communications textbooks in the country. A fourth book (Mastering the Speechmaking Process) is scheduled to be released later this year. She donates a generous amount of her textbook profits back to the department.

Dr. Winston’s voice can be heard each week anywhere in the United States because of her national radio show that she refers to as a great platform to inspire others to reach their fullest potential. She also created both shows. The two shows are Black Docs and the Dr. Tameka Winston show. The show, Black Docs, features a panel of female doctors from different fields. Each host brings her own unique experiences to the show; which leads to informative, fun and witty discussions. The co-hosts share their opinions on numerous subject matters that are important to the African American community including: HBCU history, mental health, healthy living, and much more. Because Winston believes in active involvement within the community, her goal is to go beyond the radio to not only discuss the issues but also engage the issues. She believes that the show is a wonderful opportunity to offer a counter-narrative to the negative images of black women in the media. Mentoring and supporting those in need are integral to the mission of show. Winston is also passionate about the current state of education in the K-12 setting and current issues in the African American community. This is evident by her radio show topics.

Winston currently serves a mentor for the Music City Girls Lead Program. She also served as a mentor for the annual Nashville Business Journal's Mentor Monday for the past 2 years. She is a member of several civic organizations including Links, Incorporated and Alpha Kappa Alpha