Dr. Jennifer T. Edwards is a Professor of Communication and a nationally recognized leader in the Micro-Credential Revolution. With a career rooted in student success—having overseen areas ranging from Career Services and Academic Advising to International Programs as an Assistant Vice-President—she understands the intricate machinery of higher education from the inside out. Today, Jennifer is the leading voice for the Millennial Professor movement, helping institutions and corporations navigate the shift toward skills-based hiring.
As the Executive Director of the Texas Social Media Research Institute and a Council on Undergraduate Research Fellow, she leverages over 15 years of high-impact research to embed industry giants like Google and IBM directly into the college experience. A pioneer in "Academic Nudging" and AI-driven retention, Dr. Edwards doesn't just teach the future of work; she builds the infrastructure for it. Her mission is simple: ensuring every student graduates with both a world-class degree and the digital credentials required to lead in a 2026 workforce.
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E-mail: jennifertedwards@gmail.com
X: @drjtedwards
Instagram: @drjtedwards
