Amber Narro

Dr. Amber Narro is a Professor of Communication and Director of the Honors Program at Southeastern Louisiana University. She has been a faculty member since 2007 and hosts a local radio talk show, Gettin’ Things Done, focusing on community leaders and nonprofit organizations. She serves on multiple boards, including North Oaks Health System and Options, Inc., which supports individuals with disabilities.

Education:

• B.A. in Communication, Southeastern Louisiana University
• M.A. in Organizational Communication, Southeastern Louisiana University
• Ph.D. in Mass Communication, University of Southern Mississippi

Research & Teaching Focus: Dr. Narro emphasizes practical learning through projects and critical thinking. Her research explores communication technology's role in politics (e.g., legislators' constituent engagement via tech) and employer perceptions of online degree holders. She teaches multimedia communication, journalism, and ethics, prioritizing hands-on problem-solving in her courses.

Awards: None explicitly listed.

Advising & Grants: No specific grants or student advisees listed, though her teaching style involves project-based assessments. Active in community service and nonprofit leadership.

Labs/Teams: No formal labs mentioned, but her work integrates interdisciplinary collaboration through community partnerships.