Jen Baker

Jen Baker is an Adjunct Lecturer at Northwestern University's McCormick School of Engineering, affiliated with the Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. She has over 20 years of teaching experience in communications at institutions including the University of Texas at Austin and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science (BS), The University of Texas at Austin
• Bachelor of Arts (BA), The University of Texas at Austin
• Master of Arts (MA), The University of Texas at Austin

Research Interests:

Baker specializes in the interplay between communication theory and practice, focusing on leadership development and business storytelling. Her work bridges academic principles with practical applications in engineering and entrepreneurship contexts, emphasizing effective communication strategies for professional growth.

Teaching & Affiliations:

• Teaches courses such as Becoming the Leader You Want to Be and Storytelling for Business.
• Associated with the Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, located at the Ford Building in Evanston, IL.

Labs/Teams:

Baker contributes to the Farley Center’s mission of advancing entrepreneurship and innovation through her teaching and academic collaborations.