Head of Libraries' Engagement
University Libraries

Jennifer Hoyt

757-683-4146

2001 PERRY LIBRARY
NORFOLK, 23529

As Head of the Department of Libraries’ Engagement at ¹ÏÉñÍø, Jennifer Hoyt’s service reflects years of commitment to strategic marketing and branding, including work from her previous roles as a lecturer of journalism and public relations, a broadcast news director, a reporter, and an editor. She earned her EdD in Educational Policy, Planning and Leadership from William & Mary in 2022, a MA in English from ¹ÏÉñÍø in 2008, and a BA in Journalism from the University of Texas at Tyler in 1996. Notably, Dr. Hoyt’s practice of balancing lifelong learning and leadership allows for the strengthening of engagement among ¹ÏÉñÍø faculty, students, and alumni. As head of Libraries’ Engagement, she seeks opportunities for academic partnerships and collaboration to the Monarch community.

M.A. in English (Professional Writing), ¹ÏÉñÍø, (2008)

B.A. in Journalism, The University of Texas at Tyler, (1996)

Contracts, Grants and Sponsored Research

Lin, C., Hoyt, J. and Hackworth, J. R. "Collaborative Development of a Microcontroller Training System for Two and Four Year Distance Learning Engineering Students" $197,908. April 2007 - March 2009
  • 2002: Associated Press recognition for outstanding contributions in broadcast journalism,
  • 2002: Recipient of Poynter Leadership Workshop Certificate,
  • 2001: Finalist, Scripps Howard Award - Excellence in Journalism,
  • 2001: Leader/Developer of local television/newspaper news convergence WVVA-TV 6 and the Bluefield Daily Telegraph ,

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