Kristin Bock

Kristin Bock is a Senior Lecturer II in the Business Communication Program at the University of Massachusetts, based in the Isenberg School of Management. Her office is located in Isenberg 359, and she can be reached at kbock@isenberg.umass.edu. She has held academic positions since 1993, including Adjunct Professor roles in the Commonwealth Honors College and Writing Program before transitioning to her current Senior Lecturer role in 2008.

Education:

• MFA in Poetry, University of Massachusetts Amherst (1998)
• BA in English Literature, Southern Connecticut State University (1992)

Her research focuses on Visual Rhetoric, Public Speaking, Strategic Communication, and Creative Consulting. She teaches courses in Management Communication, Intercultural Communication, and Marketing Communication, emphasizing practical applications of rhetorical theory in professional settings. Her work bridges creative writing and business communication, fostering clarity and persuasive techniques in diverse contexts.

Publications include poetry collections such as Glass Bikini (2021) and CLOISTERS (2008), reflecting her exploration of language, imagery, and narrative structure. Her contributions to literary journals like The Black Warrior Review and Prairie Schooner highlight her engagement with contemporary poetic discourse.

Professional Experience:

• Co-Owner and Operator of Master Liturgical Design Art Restoration Company (1999–Present)
• Curriculum Coordinator for the Writing Program at Belchertown High School (2000–2003)

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in her profile. Her work focuses on interdisciplinary communication strategies, combining creative arts with business education.