Lynda Kraxberger

Lynda Kraxberger is Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies and Administration and Associate Professor at the Missouri School of Journalism, University of Missouri. She also serves as chair of the convergence journalism faculty, playing a pivotal role in curriculum innovation, faculty development, and academic accreditation. With over three decades of experience in journalism and higher education, she has shaped undergraduate education and strategic initiatives at both the school and university levels.

Her research and professional interests focus on journalism education, media convergence, multimedia and visual storytelling, curriculum development, and teaching excellence. She has led efforts to modernize the journalism curriculum, integrate emerging technologies into instruction, and enhance student learning outcomes through innovative pedagogical practices. Her leadership in academic assessment and accreditation through ACEJMC underscores her commitment to educational quality.

Kraxberger has been honored with several prestigious awards recognizing her teaching and leadership, including the William T. Kemper Fellowship, the O.O. McIntyre Fellowship, and the MU Faculty-Alumni Award. These accolades reflect her sustained impact on students, faculty, and institutional advancement.

She has mentored faculty, led curriculum reform, and contributed to national discussions on journalism education. Though no direct advisees are listed, her role in guiding student success, internship programs, and professional development is well-documented. She has also served on key university committees related to curriculum, enrollment, and academic policy, and was a Fellow in the SEC Academic Leadership Development Program.

Lynda Kraxberger has not published individual research articles in the provided texts, but she co-authored a chapter in the book The Pursuit of Teaching Excellence: Lessons from the University of Missouri Kemper Teaching Fellows, sharing insights on small group instruction. Her work continues to influence teaching practices and institutional strategies in journalism education.