Dr. Heather LaMarre
Professor Klein College of Communication - Temple University
With over 20 years combined experience in public policy, communication, and leadership, Dr. Heather LaMarre's work applies behavioral science research to solving social issues. Dr. Lamarre's line of research examines how media and communication affect attitudes, policy, and social change. This work is primarily strategy-focused. Her second line of research applies these solutions-based strategies to urgent social problems. This work is management and leadership-focused. Dr. LaMarre works closely with purpose-driven organizations that foster social innovation and solve real-world challenges. This ranges from developing effective communication strategies to implementing leadership and management tools designed to drive positive change.
Dr. LaMarre has also served as the academic and/or adminstrative director of multiple award-winning programs, including the Masters in Conflict and Communication Management, London Study Abroad and Undergraduate Internship and Practicum. From 2014-2019, LaMarre served as chair of the Klein College Faculty Council. She has completed two terms as a university faculty senate representative and one as the university graduate board representative from Klein.
