Farren Keith Clark

Farren Keith Clark is an Assistant Professor of Speech in the Department of Mass Communication at Nicholls State University, Thibodaux, LA. A Nicholls alumnus (B.A. in Mass Communication, 2003), he holds an athletic scholarship background in Track and Field and created the C.R.O.W.N. (Colonels Retention of Winners Network) program to support Black male retention. His academic journey includes an M.A. in Communication Studies from the University of Northern Iowa (2006), where his thesis explored Hurricane Katrina narratives.

• Education
  • B.A., Mass Communication (Print Journalism Concentration), Nicholls State University (2003)
  • M.A., Communication Studies (Mass Communication Concentration), University of Northern Iowa (2006)

Clark specializes in public speaking, interpersonal communication, and spoken word poetry instruction. His research interests span communication pedagogy, qualitative narrative inquiry, and mentorship frameworks. He coordinates the C.R.O.W.N. program, which has demonstrably improved retention rates through community-building initiatives. His work intersects with themes of disaster response storytelling through his Katrina research.

Contact: Office in 102 Talbot Hall, Nicholls State University, Thibodaux, LA 70301 | Phone: 985-448-4121 | Email: farren.clark@nicholls.edu