Chrissy Cruz

Chrissy Cruz is an Instructor at the Nicholson School of Communication and Media (UCF) and a Lecturer at the University of Miami. She holds a Master of Mass Communication and Public Relations from the University of Florida’s College of Journalism and Communications, alongside a Bachelor’s in Philosophy/Psychology, a Master of Education, and an Educational Specialist degree from UF. Her expertise spans advertising, PR, intercultural communication, and instructional design.

• Education:
  • Master of Mass Communication & Public Relations, University of Florida
  • Bachelor’s in Philosophy/Psychology, University of Florida
  • Master of Education, University of Florida
  • Ed.S. (Educational Specialist), University of Florida

Her research focuses on innovative teaching methodologies, faculty development, and integrating communication pedagogy with visual arts. She trains graduate teaching assistants (GTAs) and new faculty in instructional design through programs like UCF’s Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning. Certified as an Adobe Creative Educator, Adobe Graphic Designer, and Apple Teacher, she merges technology with communication education.

Chrissy teaches courses ranging from Advertising and Public Relations to Leadership Communication at UCF, UMass Boston, and Santa Fe College, emphasizing cross-cultural and professional communication skills.