Jennifer Burt

Jennifer Burt is a Professor in the Department of Communication at Southern Utah University (SUU), part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. A former Communications Director at SUU for 8 years, she transitioned to full-time faculty in 2015 after discovering a passion for teaching during graduate school. Her focus lies in preparing students for professional communication roles through experiential learning.

• Teaches courses including Writing for Communication, Communication Research, and Public Relations Campaigns
• Advocates for students to push beyond comfort zones
• Known for creative teaching experiences like helicopter rides and belltower paper airplane throws

Burt emphasizes bridging academic knowledge with real-world application, stating: "I want students to confidently talk the talk and walk the walk."