Heidi Jenkins

Dr. Heidi Jenkins is an Assistant Professor in the Educational Leadership Department at Northeastern State University (NSU), specializing in Library Media and Information Technology. Her full-time academic role began in Fall 2023 after serving as an adjunct professor since 2022. She holds a PhD in Education: Curriculum Studies from Oklahoma State University (2018), an MSMLIS in Library and Information Studies from the University of Oklahoma (2004), and a BS in Secondary Education: Biological Studies from the University of Vermont (1994).

Her research focuses on nonviolence education, analysis of nonviolence themes in young adult literature, mental illness portrayal in literature, and responses to book challenges in school libraries. She has presented her work at local, state, and international conferences. Teaching interests include curriculum development and library media practices. Professional activities involve active engagement with educational leadership and library advocacy.

No specific grants or labs are mentioned, but her work emphasizes practical applications of research in K-12 educational settings. She brings 29 years of public education experience as a science teacher and school librarian, primarily at the secondary level.