Jenny Brooks is a public relations and communications professional who has practiced in just about every industry in the books, from health insurance and bagel makers to plumbers and performing arts. She found her groove working one-on-one with small businesses, helping them find their distinct voice to articulate their messages and stories to differentiate themselves among their competition. As an independent contractor and business owner for many years, she was able to expand her skillset beyond traditional public relations. She's developed full-blown marketing campaigns, supported a thriving YouTuber, and has been loud about social media being a tool of public relations since Twitter sent its first tweet. She developed course curriculum for an online coaching program and ran a health education program in Arizona for elementary school students. Jenny has a master’s degree in applied communication. She started working at University of Oregon in 2022 as the managing editor for the communication team in the School of Journalism and Communication. She also had an opportunity to teach a digital journalism course for two terms for the SOJC. In late 2023 she transitioned to the communication team in the College of Arts and Sciences where she supports the Humanities division, telling stories about students and faculty. Her favorite way to unwind is with a great novel—she is a near-original Outlander fan—and reads as much as her husband, three kids, and two anxious dogs will let her.