
College of Communication and Information
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Meet Our Faculty
The Kent State University faculty who teach the online Master’s in UX program have an unparalleled passion for making the world better through human-centered design. They are pioneers in the field of UX, and they bring with them:
- Diverse backgrounds that reinforce the program’s unique blend of human-centered thinking, design and information architecture
- Active industry experience and involvement in national UX organizations
- Ability to serve as industry contacts for students and alumni

Jessica Becker, M.S.
Adjunct Professor
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Darren Hood, M.S., Ph.D. candidate
Adjunct Professor
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Felesia McDonald, M.S.

Kelsey Pytlik

Drew Shipka
Coordinator, Online Learning
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Jennifer P. Teves, M.S., Ph.D.
Part-Time Faculty
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Marcia Zeng, Ph.D.
Professor in The School of Information
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A Holistic Curriculum
Designed for busy working professionals and students seeking to expand their career options.
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