SJSC Midday Visions and Perspectives Speaker Series Presents: Jena Ashby

September 02, 2026
The School of Journalism and Strategic Communication's People and Culture Committee welcomes Jena Ashby, the Nonprofit Support Network’s Relationship and Resource Director. She has extensive nonprofit work and volunteer experience, and a wealth of experience convening diverse groups to build authentic, collaborative relationships. She is passionate about the Muncie/Delaware County community and connecting people and organizations in meaningful, mutually beneficial ways.

Join Jena in the David Letterman Building, Room 125 on September 10, 2 - 3 p.m.
All are welcome.

Jena is a lifelong Muncie resident who earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Ball State University in 2001 and continues to serve on the Department's Advisory Council. She has also served on the staff of the following nonprofits: A Better Way, Habitat for Humanity, 8twelve Coalition, and Scholar House. Her Board involvement has included Muncie Action Plan, Muncie YMCA, Second Harvest Food Bank, Teamwork for Quality Living, and Step Ahead Preschool. 

Jena will discuss the importance of closing the feedback loop when gathering data from residents in community development work and storytelling. 
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