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Portrait of Jordan Trevarthen

Honor Society® member

Jordan Trevarthen

adjunct instructor at Missouri State University; Ozarks Tech College

  • Education
  • Class of 2027
  • Missouri

Member since July 2025

About

I am deeply passionate about advancing social justice in education, striving to ensure equitable access and inclusive practices for all learners. My commitment is rooted in the belief that education should empower, not marginalize, and that systemic change must prioritize the voices and needs of underserved communities. I advocate for greater public intellectualism, where educators and scholars engage transparently with the public to communicate reform goals, demystify policy, and foster trust. Open dialogue between educators, policymakers, and the public is essential for meaningful and sustainable transformation in education. My professional pursuits are guided by an unwavering drive and dedication, approaching every challenge with purpose and resolve. Whether working on research, critically examining existing policy, or practice, I bring a focused energy and a deep commitment to equity and impact. I am motivated by the belief that lasting educational reform requires both visionary thinking and grounded action, and I am determined to contribute to that work with integrity and passion.

Education

  • Texas Tech University

    education: curriculum and instruction

    2024 – Present

  • Missouri State University

    English Literature/Technical Writing & Linguistics

    2017 – 2022

Honors and awards

  • Whitacre Fellowship

    Covers tuition and is renewable for students who maintain requirements posted by grantor

Goals and interests

Career goal

Curriculum & Instruction, Language, Diversity, and Literacy Studies track; intend to remain in higher education setting.

Graduate school interests

public intellectualism, social justice, equity, curriculum design, technology literacy, digital literacy, inclusive learning, critical pedagogy, critical theories

Experience

  • adjunct instructor

    Missouri State University; Ozarks Tech College

    Jul 2021 – Jul 2025

Languages

  • English (US) Advanced
  • Spanish Beginner