Stephanie Heffner is an academic and career adviser in the School of Journalism and Communication. She advises prospective, pre-journalism, and journalism students. Before becoming a Duck, Stephanie served as an academic adviser with University Exploratory Studies Program and as a hearing officer for Student Conduct and Community Standards at Oregon State University. During this time, Stephanie earned her Ed. M in College Student Services Administration and Graduate Certificate in College and University Teaching. Previously, Stephanie studied English with a minor in Human Sexuality at the University of Kansas. She believes in student centered practice and holistic advising.

2017: Stephanie Heffner and Linda Alexander: From Difficult to Developmental: Reframing Hard Conversations as Growth Opportunities (Oregon Women in Higher Education)