Lauren E. Wilks

Lauren Wilks is an accomplished academic and communications professional currently serving as an Assistant Professor of Communication at Trinity University since July 2023. With extensive experience in public relations and brand strategy consulting, Lauren has provided services to various clients while also significantly contributing to scholarly work at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where Lauren completed a PhD in Media and Cultural Studies in 2023. Previous roles include doctoral candidate and graduate teaching assistant, where responsibilities involved planning and leading discussion sections and developing outreach plans for notable archives. Prior to this, Lauren held numerous positions in public relations agencies, gaining expertise in strategic communication and media engagement. Lauren's academic foundation includes a Master's degree in Radio, Television, and Film from The University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor's degree in English and Communication from Trinity University.