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Dr. Linda Manganello is an Associate Professor and Chair in the Division of Modern Language, Literature, and Communication at Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU). She previously served as an assistant professor of communication arts at Taylor University for 13 years before joining IWU. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes active student participation and fostering personal connections in the classroom to enhance engagement, sometimes incorporating casual incentives like favorite 'McConn' drinks. She actively supports Christian higher education, valuing students' perspectives and the relevance of learning to their lives.
Education & Experience: Dr. Manganello holds a Ph.D., though specific degree details are not provided. Her career spans public school teaching, including middle and high school speech, literature, and theatre, followed by higher education roles at Taylor University and IWU.
Research Interests: Her work centers on communication pedagogy and student engagement strategies. She integrates interdisciplinary approaches from modern language, literature, and performance studies to create dynamic learning environments.
- Church Involvement: Active member of Pierce Upland United Methodist Church.
- Advice to Students: Encourages prospective students to explore campus opportunities beyond their major and to find their niche through active participation.
- Personal Interests: Enjoys spending time with her family (husband Tony and daughters Lucy and Sophie), traveling, reading, athletics, music, and watching TV shows like Parks and Rec.
Advising & Grants: No specific advising or grants are mentioned in the provided text. Her focus appears centered on classroom teaching, pedagogical innovation, and student mentorship within her division.
Labs/Teams: The text does not reference any formal research labs or collaborative teams.
