Christy Jung

Christy Jung serves as Professor of Speech Communications at Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU), where she has been a faculty member since 2009. She emphasizes the institution's small student-to-teacher ratio, noting students are valued as individuals with "extraordinary talents, passions and skills" rather than mere enrollment numbers.

Her academic credentials include:

• Master's in Media Communication from Webster University (2007)
• Certificate in Video Production from Broadcast Center (1998)
• Dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Speech Communications and Communication Arts from Hannibal-LaGrange College (1997)

Professor Jung's expertise spans Speech Communication, Media Communication, Broadcast Journalism, and Public Relations, reflecting her professional background in news media and public relations prior to academia. Her industry experience directly informs her teaching approach and curriculum development.

Her notable recognition includes:

• Associated Press Award for Spot News (KTVO News, 1999)

Prior to joining HLGU, she built a substantial career in broadcast journalism as news anchor/reporter for KTVO (ABC) in Kirksville, MO and morning anchor for KMIZ (ABC) in Columbia, MO. She also served five years as adjunct faculty across multiple community colleges (Moberly Area Community College, Hickey College, Jefferson College, East Central College) while working in public relations for the University of Missouri Cooperative Video Group covering agriculture and life sciences research.