Emily Quigley

Emily Quigley (she/her) is a Lecturer in the School of Journalism and Media at The University of Texas at Austin and serves as Associate Director of the Moody Writing Support Program. She transitioned to academia in 2019 after 19 years at the Austin American-Statesman, where she held roles including Copy Editor, Assistant News Editor, and Assistant Features Editor. At UT Austin, she teaches the foundational Reporting Words course and co-launched the Curriculum for Ethical Leadership in News. She also contributes as an editor and writer for Texas Connect, the university’s faculty/staff magazine.

• Education:
• Bachelor’s in English: Rhodes College
• Master’s in Journalism: University of Missouri

Her professional experience spans print journalism, editorial leadership, and curriculum development. Research interests emphasize ethical leadership in newsrooms, writing pedagogy, and bridging professional journalism practices with academic instruction. She maintains ties to Austin’s cultural scene through past contributions to Austin360’s entertainment coverage.