Constance Staley

Dr. Constance Staley serves as Professor in the Department of Communication within the College of Letters, Arts & Sciences at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. With decades of academic experience, she directed the institution's First-Year Seminar (GPS) Program for nearly 25 years, expanding it to over 150 sections that support student transition and success.

Her educational credentials include:

• B.S. from Ball State University
• M.A. from University of Colorado-Boulder
• Ph.D. from University of Colorado-Boulder

Dr. Staley's research integrates organizational communication theory with practical application, focusing on conflict resolution strategies, team dynamics, and professional development frameworks. Her industry experience during an academic break informs her approach to training design and workplace communication. As a leading expert in first-year student success, she developed comprehensive curricular models adopted nationally through her FOCUS textbook series.

Her scholarly impact is recognized through:

• Fulbright Scholar appointment in Kyrgyzstan
• University of Colorado Outstanding Teacher Award
• CASE U.S. Professor of the Year Award nomination

Dr. Staley maintains active engagement beyond the classroom through organizational consulting, national conference keynotes, and institutional partnerships focused on program development. Her work bridges academic research and real-world implementation across educational and corporate environments.