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Amy Lorentzen McCoy serves as Assistant Professor of Strategic Political Communication and Public Relations at Drake University's School of Journalism & Mass Communication since 2022, bringing over two decades of professional experience in political journalism and government communications.
Her professional background includes:
- Embedded presidential campaign reporter for The Associated Press with work published in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and major global newspapers
- Spokesperson and information officer for the Iowa Department of Human Services
- Legislative liaison/lobbyist for the Iowa Department of Public Health
- Public affairs manager for Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority
- Communications director for Hy-Vee Inc., managing media relations for Midwest's largest employers
Academic credentials:
- Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- Master of Arts in Communications, Drake University
Research focuses on optimizing elected officials' communication strategies through diverse media channels to enhance public political engagement, bridging political science, public relations, and media studies. Her expertise spans strategic messaging, stakeholder communication planning, and legislative strategy development.
No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials.
Professor McCoy maintains active teaching responsibilities with office hours Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in Meredith Hall 120. Contact: amy.mccoy@drake.edu, 515-271-3530.
