Jona' L. Hodges

Jona' L. Hodges is an English Instructor at South Carolina State University (SCSU), appointed to the Department of English and Communication since August 2021. Her primary responsibilities include teaching foundational courses in English composition, grammar, and university orientation. She maintains a focus on enhancing students' writing skills, reading comprehension, and public speaking abilities through structured assessments and personalized feedback.

Education: Hodges earned her Bachelor of Arts in English (1999) and Master of Arts in Teaching English (2020), both from South Carolina State University. Professional Affiliations: She is a member of Sigma Tau Delta (International English Honor Society), Kappa Delta Pi (Education Honor Society), and Golden Key (International Honour Society).

Teaching Responsibilities: Courses include English Composition I (E-150), Composition II (E-151), Advanced College Grammar (E-302), and Introduction to University (UNIV-101). Community Engagement: Beyond academia, Hodges serves as Office Manager at The Law Firm of Carl B. Grant, P.A., and volunteers with Richland County CASA and the SC Department of Aging-Vulnerable Adult Program. She is also actively involved in Brookland Baptist Church, contributing to Senior Ushers Ministry and Vacation Bible School.