Leslie Hankey

Leslie Hankey is a Lecturer of Technical Communication in the Department of Technical Communication and Interactive Design at Kennesaw State University. With a PhD in Technical Communication and Rhetoric from Texas Tech University, her research centers on user experience (UX) and UX journey maps. She has taught courses such as Foundations of Graphics, Visual Design, Information Design, and Typography for Interactive Designers.

• Education:
  • PhD in Technical Communication and Rhetoric – Texas Tech University
  • MS in Information Design and Communication – Kennesaw State University
  • BBA in Marketing – University of Georgia

Leslie’s research explores the intersection of technical communication, design, and education. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, student engagement, and multimodal composition, often leveraging digital tools like 3D scanners and littleBits. She has presented at conferences including CPTSC, ATTW, DCA, CCCC, FATE, and ISSOTL, focusing on topics such as cohort models for online learning and inclusive design practices.

Her publications highlight applications of 3D technology in art and engineering, strategies for virtual field trips, and innovations in multimodal composition. While no specific scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, her work has been competitively selected for presentations at prestigious academic events.