Jerry Berger

Jerry Berger is a Lecturer in Journalism at Boston University with extensive experience in political reporting and crisis communication. He began his career covering Massachusetts state politics and later served as Bureau Chief for United Press International, covering presidential campaigns and gubernatorial elections. His government experience includes roles as Communications Director for the Senate Ways and Means Committee and the state arts agency.

Berger spent over a decade as Media Relations Director at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, where he led crisis communications during the Boston Marathon bombing. He currently teaches in BU's Statehouse Program, providing students hands-on experience covering Massachusetts state government. His professional background includes freelance healthcare writing and media consulting.

Education:

• BA, Political Science, Boston University
• MS, Journalism, Columbia University