Jennifer Bay

Jennifer Bay is a Professor in the Department of English at Purdue University. She earned her Ph.D. in English from the University of Texas at Arlington, with prior degrees from Virginia Tech. Joining Purdue in 2002, Bay specializes in the scholarship of engagement, focusing on non-profit community organizations, service-learning, and internships to enhance community quality of life.

• Education: Ph.D. in English (University of Texas at Arlington), Master’s and Bachelor’s in English (Virginia Tech)

Her research bridges academic theory with community practice, particularly through experiential learning frameworks. Bay’s recent publications explore DEI rhetoric, AI integration in TPC, remote internships, and user experience pedagogy. As Director of Professional Writing, she has led the internship program for 19 years, emphasizing reciprocal community partnerships.

Bay serves as editor of the Purdue Journal of Service-Learning and International Engagement, advocating for research justice and feminist rhetorical studies. Her accolades include the 2020 Purdue Faculty Engaged Scholar Award and the Jefferson Award for Multiplying Good, recognizing her community-focused academic contributions.