Tina Edema

Tina Edema is an experienced academic and leader currently serving as an Instructor of Record in Public Speaking at the University of Missouri-Columbia since August 2025. Tina founded and presided over the Nigerian Students Association at Illinois State University from November 2024 to August 2025, focusing on the well-being and cultural promotion of Nigerian students. Additional experience includes roles as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Illinois State University, Fellowship Reviewer for the Mandela Washington Fellowship, and several management positions at Tolaram, including Area Sales Manager and City Head. Tina's educational background spans degrees in various communication fields, culminating in a PhD in Organizational and Leadership Communication from the University of Missouri-Columbia, along with a Master's in Communication Studies from Illinois State University and an Executive MBA in Marketing from Obafemi Awolowo University.