Ann Turner

Ann Turner is a Senior Lecturer in Media, Culture and Communication at Queen Margaret University (QMU), part of the School of Media, Communication and Performing Arts. She has been at QMU since 2000 and currently leads the MSc Digital Campaigning and Content Creation and MSc Strategic Communication and Public Relations programmes. She holds a Master of Science degree and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Authority (FHEA).

Her research focuses on organisational communication, corporate social responsibility, employee engagement, and the use of humor in health communication. She actively engages with industry through CIPR diploma programs, employer networking events, and guest lectures. Affiliations include the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (MCIPR) and the Public Relations Communications Association (MPRCA).

Ann is renowned for her teaching excellence, winning the 2012 QMU Student-Led Teaching Award and receiving nominations for outstanding support. She organizes internships, industry networking events, and supervises student dissertations across undergraduate and postgraduate levels.