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Trenay Perry Bynum is an Assistant Professor in the College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences at Belmont University, where she teaches core and elective courses in public relations, including Public Relations Principles, Public Relations Writing, and Social Media Content Development. With over 30 years of experience in strategic communications, she brings real-world expertise to the classroom and mentors the next generation of communication professionals.
Educational Background:
- Ph.D. in Strategic Media (in progress), Liberty University
- M.S. in Public Service Management, Cumberland University
- B.S. in Mass Communications, Tennessee State University
Her research and professional interests center on public relations, strategic media, social media content development, and personal branding. She is deeply committed to leveraging communication for social good, particularly in underserved communities. Her work intersects with advocacy for family education and healthcare access for women, reflecting a holistic approach to communication as a tool for empowerment and community transformation.
Beyond academia, Bynum is recognized for her community leadership, including founding Figures of Nashville, Inc., and organizing health initiatives like Sisters Together and Fit, Fine, and Fabulous. She is also the author of TRIUMPH! The Beautiful Face of Courage, further demonstrating her narrative and advocacy strengths.
Scientific and Community Recognition:
- Spirit of Women Award (Community Service Division), Women's Hospital at Centennial
Bynum advises and mentors students through academic and extracurricular initiatives, including developing a youth communications training program via TedX@JeffersonStreet. She also leads promotional communications for her church, integrating her spiritual values with professional communication practices. While no formal grants are mentioned, her sustained engagement with nonprofit and community organizations reflects a strong record of service-oriented projects and outreach.
Bynum is actively involved in building communication capacity in the Nashville community, especially among youth and minority populations. Her efforts to bridge academia, faith, and public service underscore a unique interdisciplinary and community-engaged approach to communication education and practice.
