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Gail Hennessy
Undergraduate Program Chair for the School of Education, Assistant Professor at Park University
Gail Hennessy is an experienced educator serving as the Undergraduate Program Chair for the School of Education and Assistant Professor at Park University in Parkville, Missouri.13 She has a demonstrated history of working in higher education, with expertise in literacy and learning disabilities.3 Hennessy holds a Master's degree and has been with Park University since 2008.5
Career Highlights
- Assistant Professor of Education at Park University (2008-present)5
- Undergraduate Program Chair for the School of Education (current position)4
- Former teacher at Park Hill South High School6
Educational Background
Hennessy is a graduate of The University of Kansas.6
Additional Roles
Outside of her university position, Gail Hennessy also serves as a Site Coordinator for Lead to Read KC, a literacy organization.2 In this role, she has made significant impacts on students' lives, fostering connections and encouraging progress in reading skills.
Teaching Philosophy
Hennessy believes in the power of classroom discourse and focuses on encouraging it each semester. She emphasizes the importance of teachers thinking, questioning, and contributing to the learning environment, as they will one day build learning environments for their own students.1
