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Amy Connolly is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Information Systems and Business Analytics at the James Madison University (JMU) College of Business. Her academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Management Information Systems from the University of South Florida (2014), along with prior roles as an Assistant Professor at the University of South Carolina Upstate (2014–2017) and an Instructor at the University of South Florida (2011–2014). Her research focuses on IS pedagogy, diversity and inclusion in technology, and project management, emphasizing practical classroom strategies and equitable educational practices.
Her work spans innovative teaching methods such as Scrum-based learning, paper prototyping for user interface design, and cooperative learning activities. Key contributions include frameworks for improving student engagement, strategies for underrepresented groups in IS programs, and analyses of IT workarounds in healthcare and workplace safety contexts. She has been recognized with awards including the Journal of IS Education Best Paper (2021), the Basic or Discovery Scholarship Award (2020), and the Stafford Beer Medal (2019).
Recent publications highlight her focus on applying service operations principles to education, leveraging AI to address digital divides, and designing inclusive classrooms. Her research also explores the intersection of emotional intelligence, technostress, and IT mindfulness among students. While no specific advisees are listed, her pedagogical innovations directly support student success in MIS and business analytics disciplines.
