Claire Eggerman

Biography:

Claire earned her Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Communications and her Master of Science in Agriculture at Missouri State University. While at Missouri State University, Claire worked for the Assistant Secretary of Agriculture in the Office of Rural Development, sparking an interest in rural and agricultural support.

Research and Teaching:

Claire’s research interests are in intergroup communication, social support, and identity in rural and agricultural contexts. Claire explores how the interactions of those within rural communities influence each other's identity and impact feelings of community support.

Her teaching experience includes Introduction to Organizational Communication, Fundamentals of Speech Communication, Writing in the Applied Sciences, and Critical Perspectives on Communication. Claire also spent time as a consultant in the Purdue Presentation Center assisting students with their presentation and communication needs.