Jeffrey Wells

Jeffrey Wells is a Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at Trevecca Nazarene University, within the School of Arts and Social Sciences. He has held academic and administrative roles at multiple institutions, including Oklahoma Baptist University, Eastern Nazarene College, and Olivet Nazarene University. His career spans teaching, theatre direction, and marketing leadership in both educational and professional theatre settings.

Education:

• B.S., Trevecca Nazarene University
• M.A., Auburn University
• M.A., Roosevelt University
• Ph.D., Texas Tech University

His research interests include rhetorical criticism, theatre marketing strategies for modern audiences, and the intersection of political discourse and performance. His work has been presented at conferences such as the Central States Communication Association and Southern States Communication Association.

Jeffrey has directed theatrical productions and contributed to academic problem-solving through initiatives like his doctoral dissertation on marketing theatre to millennials. His professional experience extends to roles in arts administration, children’s ministry, and executive leadership.