Kathryn Kelly
  • Lecturer

Biography

Kathryn Kelly engages students to find their voice. Her TEDx lecture “This is Not A Speech” encourages listeners to “tell their story” in lieu of formal speeches. Her passion for teaching and helping students find their public voice is evident in her courses and her students’ successes. Prior to coming to Texas A&M Kathryn was the Director of Human Resources for a software development company. Outside of the classroom Kathryn works with youth groups and non-profit organizations to grow competitive speech programs and agricultural education outreach. 


Courses Taught


  • COMM 203: Public Speaking
  • COMM 243: Argumentation and Debate
    • Course Director
  • COMM 275: Introduction to Social Media
  • COMM 325: Persuasion

Educational Background

  • MA Rhetoric and Public Affairs, Texas A&M University
  • BS Political Philosophy, Berry College